What is Cialis/Tadalafil used for?
This medicine is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men.
How should I take Cialis/Tadalafil?
How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.
How should Cialis/Tadalafil be stored?
Store at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.
When should Cialis/Tadalafil not be taken?
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any component present in this medicine.
What precautions should I follow when taking Cialis/Tadalafil?
Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you are taking blood thinners; if you have stomach problems; if you have peptic ulcers; if you have any other medical condition like liver or kidney function impairment or heart problem.
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Cialis/Tadalafil?
Contact your physician immediately if the erection lasts longer than 4 hours or if it becomes painful. This may be a sign of priapism and must be treated immediately to prevent permanent damage. If you experience symptoms of nausea, dizziness, chest pain or arm pain upon initiation of sexual activity after use of this medicine, you should refrain from further activity and should discuss the episode with your prescriber 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. If you notice any changes in your vision while taking this medicine, notify your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible.
What are the side effects of Cialis/Tadalafil?
Most severe:Most severe: Changes in vision, chest pain or palpitations, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, dizziness, eyelid swelling, prolonged erection (lasting longer than 4 hours), skin rash, itching
Most common:Most common: Back pain, flushing, headache, indigestion, muscle aches, stuffy or runny nose
Other:Other: None.