Adcirca

tadalafil

Brand(s):

• Tadalista

Manufacturer:

• Fortune Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Disease(s):

• Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence

Adcirca (Tadalafil)

What is Adcirca?

Adcirca, containing the active ingredient tadalafil, is a medication that works by relaxing muscles and increasing blood flow to specific areas of the body. Its primary use is in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a condition characterized by high blood pressure in the arteries leading to the lungs. Adcirca helps improve exercise capacity in both men and women suffering from PAH.

Important Information to Share with Your Doctor Before Taking Adcirca

Before starting Adcirca, it's crucial to inform your healthcare provider about your complete medical history. This includes, but isn't limited to:

• Any existing heart conditions or heart rhythm problems, including coronary artery disease.
• A recent heart attack (within the past 90 days).
• A recent stroke (within the past 6 months), or congestive heart failure.
• Angina (chest pain), or any history of high or low blood pressure.
• Liver or kidney disease (or if you are currently undergoing dialysis).
• Blood cell disorders such as sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma, or leukemia.
• Bleeding disorders like hemophilia.
• A stomach ulcer.
• Retinitis pigmentosa (an inherited eye condition).
• A physical deformity of the penis (such as Peyronie's disease).

How to Take Adcirca

• Always follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and frequency. This medication is typically taken once daily.
• Adhere strictly to the directions on your prescription label. Never adjust the dosage without consulting your doctor. Consistency is key; take the tablet at the same time each day.
• Adcirca can be taken with or without food.
• Never discontinue Adcirca or alter your dose without first consulting your healthcare provider.
• In case of an accidental overdose, immediately contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it's almost time for your next scheduled dose. In that case, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Never double up on doses.

Potential Drug Interactions

It's essential to inform your doctor about all medications you are currently taking, including those you start or stop using while on Adcirca. This is especially important for the following medications:

• Bosentan
• Imatinib
• Nefazodone
• St. John's wort
• Certain antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin, telithromycin)
• Antifungal medications (itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole)
• Heart or blood pressure medications (amlodipine, nicardipine, quinidine)
• Hepatitis C medications (boceprevir, telaprevir)
• HIV/AIDS medications (atazanavir, delavirdine, efavirenz, fosamprenavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, nevirapine, ritonavir, saquinavir)
• Seizure medications (carbamazepine, fosphenytoin, oxcarbazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone)
• Tuberculosis medications (isoniazid, rifabutin, rifampin, rifapentine)

This list is not exhaustive. Many other drugs, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products, may interact with Adcirca. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist about potential interactions.

Things to Watch Out For While Taking Adcirca

Do not use Adcirca if you are allergic to tadalafil.

Avoid taking Adcirca concurrently with other tadalafil-containing medications (such as Cialis) unless specifically instructed by your doctor.

Do not take Adcirca if you are currently using nitrate drugs for chest pain or heart problems (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate). This combination can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure. Nitrates are also found in some recreational drugs ("poppers").

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience a painful erection lasting longer than 4 hours (priapism). This is a serious condition that can damage the penis.

Stop taking Adcirca and seek immediate medical help if you experience sudden vision loss.

Possible Side Effects

Seek immediate medical attention if you develop any signs of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Contact your doctor immediately if you experience a painful erection lasting longer than 4 hours.

Stop taking Adcirca and contact your doctor immediately if you experience:

• Vision changes or sudden vision loss
• Ringing in the ears or sudden hearing loss
• Chest pain or heaviness, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, or general feeling of illness
• Irregular heartbeat
• Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
• Shortness of breath
• Seizures (convulsions)
• Lightheadedness or feeling like you might pass out

Common side effects may include:

• Headache
• Facial flushing (redness or warmth in your face, neck, or chest)
• Cold symptoms (stuffy nose, sinus pain, sore throat, cough)
• Upset stomach
• Muscle pain, back pain, or pain in your arms or legs

This is not an exhaustive list of possible side effects. Consult your doctor for any concerns about side effects.

Storage

Store Adcirca at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.