Battle: Viagra vs. Levitra vs. Cialis
When you're considering an ED medication, the best way to know what is right for you is to be able to easily compare your options. The three top medications for ED are Viagra, Levitra, and Cialis. Looking at the comparison of the following factors, you will be able to see how Viagra measures up.
Keep in mind that each drug will effect different people in different ways, and your body may work differently than those in the majority of cases.
Introduction Date:
Viagra: March 1998
Cialis: February 2003
Levitra: April 2003
Advantage: Viagra
Being on the market for the longest period, Viagra has the longest track record of distribution and success.
Popularity (worldwide revenue):
Viagra: #1 ($1.9 billion)
Cialis: #2 ($1.4 billion)
Levitra: #3 ($503 million)
Advantage: Viagra
Viagra is the unquestioned leader in revenue, with the 2003 introduction of both competitors unable to overtake its market share.
When do I need to take It?
Viagra: At least 30 minutes before sex
Cialis: At least 30 minutes before sex
Levitra: At least 30 minutes before sex
Advantage: Tie
How long is it effective?
Viagra: Up to 5 hours
Cialis: Up to 36 hours
Levitra: Up to 5 hours
Advantage: Cialis
Cialis has a clear advantage in this category, allowing the user to take one pill over a long period of time.
Can it be taken with food? Alcohol?
Viagra: Yes/Yes
Cialis: Yes/Yes
Levitra: Yes/Yes, but not with grapefruit or grapefruit juice
Advantage: Viagra/Cialis
Unless you're a regular grapefruit consumer, this category is effectively a tie, but for the avid grapefruit enthusiast, you may want to avoid Levitra to avoid dangerous side-effects.
How often can it be taken?
Viagra: One dose per 24 hours
Cialis: One dose per 24 hours
Levitra: One dose per 24 hours
Advantage: Tie
What are the most common side-effects?
Viagra: Headache, upset stomach, flushing
Cialis: Headache, indigestion, back pain, nasal clogging, muscle pain, flushing
Levitra: Headache, upset stomach, indigestion, back pain, nasal clogging, muscle pain, flushing
Advantage: Viagra
Viagra tends to have fewer side effects associated with it than other ED medications.
What are some uncommon and serious side effects?
Viagra: An erection lasting more than 4 hours, blurred vision, temporary vision/hearing loss.
Cialis: An erection lasting more than 4 hours, blurred vision, temporary vision/hearing loss.
Levitra: An erection lasting more than 4 hours, blurred vision, temporary vision/hearing loss.
Advantage: Tie
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