Cialis

tadalafil

Brand(s):

• Tadalafil Vidalista Tadalista Tadaga

Manufacturer:

• Aurochem Pharmaceutical Pvt. Ltd. / Centurion Laboratories / Dadha Pharma Pvt. Ltd. / Dharam Distributors

Disease(s):

• Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence

Tadalafil Tablets: A Comprehensive Guide

What is Tadalafil?

Tadalafil is a medication primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis, allowing for a firmer erection. Importantly, it's currently undergoing Phase 3 clinical trials for its potential in treating pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a condition affecting blood vessels in the lungs.

Important Information for Your Doctor

Before starting tadalafil, it's crucial to inform your healthcare provider about your medical history. This includes any of the following:

• Eye or vision problems, including a rare inherited eye disease called retinitis pigmentosa.
• Heart conditions such as angina, history of heart attack, irregular heartbeat, or other heart problems.
• High or low blood pressure.
• Kidney or liver disease.
• History of stroke.
• Any unusual or allergic reactions to tadalafil, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Providing complete information ensures your safety and helps your doctor determine the appropriate dosage and treatment plan.

How to Take Tadalafil

Tadalafil is taken orally with a glass of water. It can be taken with or without food. The typical dose is taken 30 to 60 minutes before anticipated sexual activity. It's important to remember that you should not take more than one dose per day. Strictly adhere to your doctor's prescribed dosage and frequency.

Overdosage: In case of suspected overdose, immediately contact a poison control center or emergency room.

Personal Use Only: This medication is intended solely for your use. Do not share it with others.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, but avoid taking more than one dose in a 24-hour period. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule.

Potential Drug Interactions

Certain medications can interact negatively with tadalafil. Do not take tadalafil with any of the following:

• Nitrates (e.g., amyl nitrite, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, nitroglycerin).

Tadalafil may also interact with:

• Some high blood pressure medications.
• Certain HIV/AIDS medications.
• Certain antifungal medications (e.g., fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, voriconazole).
• Certain anti-seizure medications (e.g., carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital).
• Grapefruit juice.
• Macrolide antibiotics (e.g., clarithromycin, erythromycin, troleandomycin).
• Medications for prostate problems.
• Rifabutin, rifampin, or rifapentine.

This list isn't exhaustive. Always provide your doctor with a comprehensive list of all medications, herbs, supplements, and over-the-counter drugs you're taking, including alcohol and tobacco use. This helps identify potential interactions.

Monitoring Your Health While on Tadalafil

Vision Changes: Report any vision changes immediately to your doctor. Stop taking tadalafil and contact your doctor immediately if you experience a loss of vision in one or both eyes.

Prolonged Erection: Seek immediate medical attention if an erection lasts longer than 4 hours or becomes painful. This could indicate a serious condition requiring prompt treatment to prevent permanent damage.

Chest Pain/Nausea During Sexual Activity: If you experience nausea, dizziness, chest pain, or arm pain during sexual activity after taking tadalafil, stop immediately and contact your doctor.

Alcohol Consumption: Avoid excessive alcohol consumption while taking tadalafil, as this can increase the risk of headache, dizziness, increased heart rate, or lowered blood pressure.

STI Protection: Tadalafil does not protect against HIV or other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Possible Side Effects

Report to your doctor immediately:

• Allergic reactions (skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of face, lips, or tongue).
• Breathing problems.
• Hearing changes.
• Chest pain.
• Fast, irregular heartbeat.

Side effects that usually don't require immediate medical attention (but report if persistent or bothersome):

• Back pain.
• Dizziness.
• Flushing.
• Headache.
• Indigestion.
• Muscle aches.
• Stuffy or runny nose.

This list may not include all possible side effects.

Storage

Keep tadalafil out of reach of children. Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius (59 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit). Discard any unused medication after the expiration date.