Brand name | Viagra | Cialis | Levitra |
What’s the generic name of this drug? | sildenafil | Tadalafil | vardenafil |
Is a generic version available? | Yes | yes | yes |
What form does it come in? | oral tablet | oral tablet | oral tablet |
What strengths does it come in? | 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg | 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg | 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg |
What’s the typical dosage? | 50 mg | 10 mg (when used as needed); 2.5 mg (when used daily) | 10 mg; 5 mg (for men 65 years old and up) |
When do I take it? | 30-60 minutes before sex | 30 minutes before sex | 60 minutes before sex |
How long does it work? | 4 hours | up to 36 hours | 4-5 hours |
How do I store it? | Around room temperature, between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C) | At 25°C (77°F) | At 25°C (77°F) |
How do I store it? | store at room temperature close to 77°F (25°C) | store at room temperature close to 77°F (25°C) | store at room temperature close to 77°F (25°C) |
Does this drug have potential for misuse? | yes* | yes* | yes* |