Is Cialis available over the counter?

Cialis is a popular and effective medication for erectile dysfunction (ED). It was formulated by the biotechnology company, Icos Corporation, and later purchased by the pharmaceutical company, Eli Lilly.

In May 2014, the French pharmaceutical company, Sanofi acquired the sole rights to apply to market Cialis over-the-counter (OTC) when the patent expired. Sanofi therefore, has the right to make all applications for OTC approval in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.

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That said, concerns about potential for misuse, the complicated educational material required to accompany the medication, and the fact that underlying medical conditions leading to ED may go untreated, make it difficult for to approve the distribution of ED medications OTC.

However, there is a potential for Cialis to follow the OTC-approval pattern of Viagra. In the United States, Sildenafil and its brand name, Viagra are only available by prescription; however, in the United Kingdom, Viagra is available OTC under the name, Viagra Connect.

At present, Cialis is only available by prescription because it’s not appropriate or safe for everyone to take. Certain health conditions and other medicines can make it unsafe to take Cialis.

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