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Tadalafil – Cialis

Tadalafil is a potent medication classified as a PDE5 inhibitors. It is commonly recognized under the brand name Cialis for addressing erectile dysfunction and as Adcirca to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Explore the key features of Tadalafil:

Mechanism of Action

• Tadalafil functions by inhibiting the enzyme PDE5, which typically degrades a compound called cGMP.
• During sexual arousal, nitric oxide (NO) release boosts cGMP levels.
• This leads to the relaxation of smooth muscles in blood vessels, enhancing blood flow to the penis, facilitating an erection.

Indications

• Tadalafil is primarily prescribed for treating erectile dysfunction in men.
• It is also effective for managing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension using Adcirca.

Onset of Action

• Tadalafil generally exhibits a quick onset, taking around 30 minutes to 1 hour post-ingestion.

Duration of Action

• The effects of Tadalafil can persist for up to 36 hours, often referred to as the “weekend pill.”
• This allows men to potentially achieve an erection throughout this period, given sexual stimulation occurs.

Dosage

• The standard dosage for erectile dysfunction is either 10 mg or 20 mg, taken approximately 30 minutes before sexual activity.
• For BPH treatment, a daily dose of 5 mg is recommended.

Side Effects

• Common side effects of Tadalafil include headaches, facial flushing, indigestion (nausea, diarrhea), dizziness, muscle aches, and back pain.
• In rare cases, it may lead to serious side effects such as unexpected vision or hearing loss.

Contraindications

• Tadalafil must not be combined with nitrates (e.g., nitroglycerin) due to the risk of severe blood pressure drops.
• Contraindicated in individuals with serious cardiac conditions, recent heart attacks, or strokes.