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EspañolTadalafil overview
BRAND NAMES:
Cialis, Adcirca, Alyq
Generic Names:
Tadalafil
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 Tadalafil come in
Tablet
What are common Tadalafil doses?
Tablet 2.5MG
Tablet 5MG
Tablet 10MG
Tablet 20MG
Box 30 Tablets
Box 15 Tablets
Bottle 30 Tablets
Bottle 1GM of
Bottle 5GM of
Disp Pack 15 Tablets
Common Tadalafil prescriptions
Tadalafil
30 tablets bottleTadalafil
15 tablets boxTadalafil
30 tablets boxTadalafil
15 tablets disp packTadalafil
10mg tabletTadalafil
2.5mg tabletTadalafil
20mg tabletTadalafil
5mg tablet
Tadalafil contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to tadalafil.
Tadalafil 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.
Tadalafil 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.
Tadalafil 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