Tadalafil tablet
What is this medicine?
TADALAFIL is used to treat erection
problems in men. Also, it is currently in Phase 3 clinical trials
for treating pulmonary arterial hypertension.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this
medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- eye or vision problems, including a rare inherited eye disease
called retinitis pigmentosa
- heart disease, angina, a history of heart attack, irregular
heart beats, or other heart problems
- high or low blood pressure
- TEENney or liver disease
- stroke
- an unusual or allergic reaction to tadalafil, other medicines,
foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth
with a glass of water. You may take this medicine with or without
meals. The dose is usually taken 30 to 60 minutes before sexual
activity. You should not take this dose more than once per day. Do
not take your medicine more often than directed. Talk to your
pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in TEENren. Special
care may be needed. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much
of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room
at once. NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this
medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, you may take it
when you remember but do not take more than one dose per day.
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this
medicine with any of the following medications:
- nitrates like amyl nitrite, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide
mononitrate, nitroglycerin
This medicine may also interact
with the following medications:
- certain drugs for high blood pressure
- certain drugs for the treatment of HIV infection or AIDS
- certain drugs used for fungal or yeast infections, like
fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, and voriconazole
- certain drugs used for seizures like carbamazepine, phenytoin,
and phenobarbital
- grapefruit juice
- macrolide antibiotics like clarithromycin, erythromycin,
troleandomycin
- medicines for prostate problems
- rifabutin, rifampin or rifapentine
This list may not
describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a
list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary
supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or
use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
If you
notice any changes in your vision while taking this drug, call your
doctor or health care professional as soon as possible. Stop using
this medicine and call your health care provider right away if you
have a loss of sight in one or both eyes. Contact you doctor or
health care professional right away if the erection lasts longer
than 4 hours or if it becomes painful. This may be a sign of serious
problem and must be treated right away to prevent permanent damage.
If you experience symptoms of nausea, dizziness, chest pain or arm
pain upon initiation of sexual activity after taking this medicine,
you should refrain from further activity and call your doctor or
health care professional as soon as possible. Do not drink alcohol
to excess (examples, 5 glasses of wine or 5 shots of whiskey) when
taking this medicine. When taken in excess, alcohol can increase
your chances of getting a headache or getting dizzy, increasing your
heart rate or lowering your blood pressure. Using this medicine does
not protect you or your partner against HIV infection (the virus
that causes AIDS) or other sexually transmitted diseases.
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
Side
effects that you should report to your doctor or health care
professional as soon as possible:
- allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling
of the face, lips, or tongue
- breathing problems
- changes in hearing
- chest pain
- fast, irregular heartbeat
Side effects that usually do
not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care
professional if they continue or are bothersome):
- back pain
- dizziness
- flushing
- headache
- indigestion
- muscle aches
- stuffy or runny nose
This list may not describe all
possible side effects.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of
TEENren. Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59
and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the
expiration date.
What is the shelf life of the pills?
- The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different
for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of
manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when
they were manufactured.
