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Tadaflo 5mg Tablet 15’S.
TADAFLO contains Tadalafil which belongs to the group of medicines called Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. It is used in adult men to treat erectile dysfunction and urinary symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement causing painful or frequent urination or untentional passing of urine).
Erectile dysfunction (also known as impotence) is a sexual condition where a man cannot sustain a hard erected penis that is required for a normal sexual activity. It happens due to decreased blood flow to the penis.
TADAFLO would help you to get an erection only if you are sexually stimulated. It is not an aphrodisiac (sex-stimulating agent) and therefore cannot be used to induce sexual thoughts or can improve sexual performance/pleasure in healthy men. It is also not suitable for use in healthy men who do not have erectile dysfunction.
It may take around 30 minutes to 1 hour for TADAFLO to start working, therefore take this medicine at least one hour before planning to have sex. Avoid consuming alcohol or grapefruit juice while taking TADAFLO, as it may lead to unwanted side effects.
Before taking TADAFLO, inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any deformity in your penis or have undergone surgical removal of whole or a part of the prostate gland.
TADAFLO is not recommended for use in patients with severely low or high blood pressure and in patients who recently had stroke. The most common side effects of taking TADAFLO are flushing, headache, dizziness, blurred vision and muscle pain. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect troubles you.
You must also inform your doctor if you experience any painful and prolong erection after taking TADAFLO.
USES OF TADAFLO.
HOW TADAFLO WORKS.
TADAFLO works by blocking the effects of certain enzymes (PDE5) in the body that limits blood flow to the penis. This relaxes the blood vessels supplying the penis, improves blood flow to the penis and makes it stay erected throughout the process of sexual intercourse.
It also relaxes the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate gland which improves the flow of urine thereby reducing the unpleasant signs of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE.
Take TADAFLO preferably before meals and at least 1 hour before sexual intercourse or as advised by your physician.
For Tablet: Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
For Orally Disintegrating Strip/Flim: Place the medicine inside the mouth until it dissolves on its own. Do not swallow or crush or chew the medicine.
For Granules: Disperse the medicine in the required amount of water as mentioned in the product label. Stir the mixture until it becomes uniform. Consume the medicine immediately after reconstitution.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF TADAFLO.
COMMON.
headache backpain, muscle pain pain in arms and legs flushing of the face nasal congestion indigestion.
UNCOMMON.
dizziness stomach pain, acidity nausea, vomiting blurred vision, eye pain difficulty in breathing blood in urine palpitation (racing heartbeat) changes in blood pressure (high/low) nasal bleeds tinnitus (ringing in ears) swelling of hands, feet or ankles tiredness.
RARE.
Stop taking TADAFLO and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
severe allergic reaction (such as wheeziness, difficulty in breathing or dizziness, swelling of the face, lips, eyelids or throat) prolonged or painful erection (priapism) chest pain sudden decline or loss of vision decreased hearing or sudden hearing loss.
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS.
Take TADAFLO with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your symptom worsens.
Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.
Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS.
PREGNANCY.
TADAFLO is not suitable for use in women.
BREASTFEEDING.
TADAFLO is not suitable for use in women.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES.
Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness or blurred vision after taking TADAFLO.
ALCOHOL.
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking TADAFLO, as it could temporarily impair your ability to get an erection.
KIDNEY.
TADAFLO should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
LIVER.
TADAFLO should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
ALLERGY.
Do not take TADAFLO if you are allergic to Tadalafil.
LUNGS.
TADAFLO should be used with caution in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
HEART DISEASE.
TADAFLO is not recommended for use in patients with severe heart diseases (such as any recent heart attack). It should be used with caution in patients with other heart diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
OTHERS.
TADAFLO is not recommended for use if you:
recently had stroke (within the last 3 months) have severe low blood pressure have uncontrollably high blood pressure previously had vision loss due to non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (nerve damage caused due to lack of blood and oxygen supply to the eye)
Before taking TADAFLO inform your doctor if you:
have sickle cell anaemia (an inherited blood disorder charactrized by low RBC count) have cancers of blood (leukaemia) or bone marrow (multiple myeloma) have penile deformation had any pelvis surgery in the past had any surgical removal of all or part of the prostate gland (radical non nerve-sparing prostatectomy) have Peyronie’s disease (development of fibrous scar tissue in the penis that causes painful erection) have prostate cancer have stomach ulcer or bleeding disorder such as haemophilia have any type of a rare inherited eye diseases (such as retinitis pigmentosa)
TADAFLO is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
TADAFLO should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
INTERACTIONS.
Before taking TADAFLO, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:
nitrates or amyl nitrites (used for reliving chest pain) Ex. nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrite other medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (Ex. sildenafil) alpha blockers (used to treat high blood pressure or benign prostatic hyperplasia) Ex. prazosin, terazosin, tamsulosin riociguat (a medicine used to treat increased pressure in the lungs) medicines used to treat BPH (Ex. dutasteride, finasteride) ketoconazole, itraconazole (used to treat fungal infection) protease inhibitors (used to treat HIV infection) Ex. ritonavir, lopinavir phenobarbital, phenytoin, carbamazepine (medicines used to treat fits) rifampicin, erythromycin, clarithromycin (medicines used for bacterial infections)
Avoid consuming grapefruit juice while taking TADAFLO, as it may increase the risk of side effects.
If you or anyone else accidentally took more TADAFLO, consult your doctor or visit the nearby hospital.
SYNOPSIS.
Erectile Dysfunction, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.
MORE INFORMATION.
FAQs ABOUT TADAFLO.
TADAFLO works by blocking the effects of certain enzymes (PDE5) in the body that limits blood flow to the penis. This relaxes the blood vessels supplying the penis, improves blood flow to the penis and makes it stay erected throughout the process of sexual intercourse. It also relaxes the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate which improves the flow of urine thereby reducing the unpleasant signs of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.
What is the use of TADAFLO?
TADAFLO is used to treat erectile dysfunction and BPH in men. It helps men to get and sustain a hard penis which is required for a normal sexual activity. It also reduces the unpleasant urinary symptoms associated with BPH.
Can I take TADAFLO daily?
TADAFLO is generally prescribed as one dose per day. However, your doctor will decide the number of doses per day depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not take TADAFLO more than once a day without consulting your doctor.
How long does it take for TADAFLO to start working?
It may take around 30 minutes to 1 hour for TADAFLO to start working, therefore take this medicine at least one hour before planning to have sex. This time may vary from person to person depending upon their health condition.
TADAFLO can be used in adult men with erectile dysfunction or BPH. It is not suitable for use in healthy men without erectile dysfunction or in men who are not sexually stimulated. It is also not advisable for use in children or adolescents (aged below 18 years).
Yes. TADAFLO improves penile erection (make penis firm) during sexual intercourse. It acts by relaxing the blood vessels supplying the penis which therefore improves penile blood flow and oxygen supply. It also relaxes the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate and improves the flow of urine thereby reducing the unpleasant signs of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.
Can the use of TADAFLO delay the release of sperms?
No. TADAFLO would only help to get an erection (hard penis) in patients with erectile dysfunction. It does not exerts its effects on sperm release (ejaculation) and therefore cannot be used to prevent premature ejaculation (early release of sperms).
Can healthy men consume TADAFLO to improve sexual performance?
TADAFLO is not an aphrodisiac (sex-stimulating agent). It does not induce sexual thoughts or can improve sexual performance/pleasure in healthy men. It would help you to get an erection only if you are sexually stimulated.
What will happen if I consume a high dose of TADAFLO than prescribed by my doctor?
Do not consume a higher dose of TADAFLO than the one prescribed by your doctor, as it may lead to unwanted side effects. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you, depending on your age and disease condition. If the prescribed dose, does not help you to get an erection or if your erection does not last long until sexual intercourse, contact your doctor.
Can men taking TADAFLO father a child?
There is no confirmed proof that TADAFLO could affect fertility in men. However, it is better to consult your doctor before planning to have a child if you are taking TADAFLO.
TADAFLO is considered safe at doses prescribed by the physician. However, it may cause few side effects such as headache dizziness, flushing or muscle pain in some individuals. Contact your doctor if they bother you.
Can I consume alcohol while taking TADAFLO?
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking TADAFLO as it could reduce the effectiveness of TADAFLO.
How long does the effects of TADAFLO would last long?
The effects of TADAFLO would normally last long for 4 hours. However, this time may vary from person to person depending upon their age and health condition. Consult your doctor if the effects of TADAFLO does not last long until sexual intercourse.
What should I do if I miss a dose of TADAFLO?
If you miss a dose of TADAFLO, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is time to take the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one at regular times. Do not take a double dose of TADAFLO to compensate the missed dose.
What do I do if I take too many tablets of TADAFLO?
In case of over consumption of TADAFLO contact your healthcare practitioner. Symptoms of overdosage may include chest pain, hearing problems or sudden decrease or loss of vision.
Will taking a higher dose of TADAFLO be more effective?
No. Do not take a higher dose of TADAFLO than prescribed by your doctor, as it could lead to toxicity. Always consume the dose prescribed by your doctor. If you feel that the prescribed dose is not working for you, consult your doctor for advice.
Can TADAFLO helps to urinate easily?
TADAFLO helps to regulate the flow of urine by relaxing the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate. It improves urine flow and reduces pain and discomfort while passing urine.
Can TADAFLO help to dissolve kidney stones?
No. TADAFLO is only used to treat erectile dysfunction or benign prostatic hyperplasia. It cannot dissolve kidney stones. Consult your doctor for advice.
Can the use of TADAFLO cause long-lasting painful penile erection?
Yes. TADAFLO may rarely cause persistent painful penile erection (priapism) which is unrelated to sexual activity. If you experience any such symptom, contact your doctor immediately.
In patients with urinary problems (such as unintentional passing of urine or frequent urination), TADAFLO regulates the flow of urine by relaxing the smooth muscles surrounding the bladder and prostate. Therefore, it controls abnormal urinary symptoms (such as difficulty in passing urine or frequent urination).
Can the use of TADAFLO make me feel dizzy?
TADAFLO may cause dizziness in some individuals. If you experience dizziness, try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.
REFERENCES.
1. KD. Tripathi. Androgens and Drugs for Erectile Dysfunction. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 304.