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EspañolAdcirca overview
BRAND NAMES:
Cialis, Adcirca, Alyq
Generic Names:
Tadalafil (Pah)
Uses:
Treats erectile dysfunction and the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate). Also treats pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) to improve your exercise ability.
Therapeutic Classes:
Antihypertensive, Erectile Dysfunction Agent
Forms:
Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What form(s) does Adcirca come in
Tablet
What are common Adcirca doses?
Tablet 20MG
Common Adcirca prescriptions
Adcirca
20mg tablet
How to take Adcirca
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Swallow the tablet whole. Do not split, break, chew, or crush it.
Use only the brand of medicine your doctor prescribed. Other brands may not work the same way.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Swallow the tablet whole. Do not split, break, chew, or crush it.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Use only the brand of medicine your doctor prescribed. Other brands may not work the same way.
Adcirca contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to tadalafil.
Adcirca warnings
Sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in the ears, dizziness
Sudden loss of vision
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
This medicine may cause the following problems: Low blood pressure (especially if taken with other medicines that lower blood pressure)Painful or prolonged erectionHearing or vision problems
Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using tadalafil.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, lung or breathing problems, diabetes, high cholesterol, cancer (including leukemia, multiple myeloma), sickle cell anemia, bleeding problems, stomach ulcer, problems with your penis, or eye problems. Tell your doctor if you have angina or chest pain during sex, heart disease, heart rhythm problems, high or low blood pressure, or a history of heart attack or stroke. Also tell your doctor if you smoke or drink alcohol.
Adcirca interactions
Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you are using this medicine.
Some foods and medicines can affect how tadalafil works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Bosentan, carbamazepine, erythromycin, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, phenobarbital, phenytoin, rifampin, ritonavirBlood pressure medicine (including alfuzosin, amlodipine, bendroflumethiazide, candesartan, doxazosin, enalapril, losartan, metoprolol, tamsulosin, terazosin)Medicine to treat prostate problems
Do not use this medicine if you are also taking riociguat or a nitrate medicine. You may use a nitrate medicine at least 48 hours after your last dose of tadalafil. Do not take other medicines that contain tadalafil or similar medicines, including sildenafil or vardenafil.
Do not have 5 or more alcohol-containing drinks in a short period of time while you are using this medicine.
Adcirca side effects
Serious Side Effects
Sudden loss of vision
Painful erection or an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours with or without pain
Lightheadedness, fainting
Chest pain, trouble breathing
Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in the ears, dizziness
Less Serious Side Effects
Headache
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest
Stuffy or runny nose
Upset stomach, nausea
Back or muscle pain