Tadaflo 20 Tablet

How to use Tadaflo 20 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tadaflo 20 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Tadaflo 20 mg Tablet is a phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works in erectile dysfunction by increasing blood flow to the penis by relaxing the muscles in penile blood vessels.

Expert Advice

• You have been prescribed Tadaflo 20 mg Tablet for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
• It is best to take it an hour before sexual intercourse. But, you can take it anywhere between 30 minutes and 4 hours before sexual activity.
• Don"t take it more than once a day.
• Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse.
• Do not use Tadaflo 20 mg Tablet if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain).
• Do not take it if you"ve had a heart attack in the past 3 months, or stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is the benefit of taking Tadaflo with finasteride?

Yes, Tadaflo can be taken along with finasteride. This combination is beneficial in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Finasteride is also known to cause erectile dysfunction as one of its side effects and Tadaflo can be used for the treatment of this problem along with finasteride.

Q. Is Tadaflo safe to use?

Tadaflo is safe and well tolerated, if used as advised by the doctor. The side effects associated with use of Tadaflo are usually mild to moderate in nature. Serious side effects are uncommon and rare.

Q. Can Tadaflo be taken daily for erectile dysfunction?

It should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. It is not recommended for continuous daily use. In patients expecting to use it frequently (at least twice weekly), based on patient’s choice and doctor’s judgement, lowest doses of Tadaflo may be considered suitable.

Q. Can I take Tadaflo forever?

No, Tadaflo is not a life long medicine. It should be taken only for a duration as advised by the doctor.

Q. Does Tadaflo affect ejaculation?

No, Tadaflo does not affect ejaculation. It acts by increasing blood flow to the penis by relaxing the muscles in penile blood vessels and therefore is effective in erectile dysfunction.

Q. Can use of Tadaflo affect fertility?

No, Tadaflo use does not affect the fertility. It works by relaxing the muscles of penile blood vessels and has no effect on fertility.

Q. Can I take Tadaflo if I have high blood pressure?

Tadaflo can be taken in patients with high blood pressure. However, if you are on medicines for high blood pressure, taking Tadaflo along with them can cause a significant fall in blood pressure which could be harmful. Tadaflo is absolutely contraindicated in patients taking nitrates. Inform your doctor before taking them together.

Q. Do I need to avoid alcohol while taking Tadaflo?

Alcohol in small amounts may not cause any discomfort to you. However, drinking too much alcohol (5 units or greater) can increase your chances of getting a headache or getting dizzy, increasing your heart rate, or lowering your blood pressure.

Q. Does Tadaflo cure erectile dysfunction?

Tadaflo is not a cure for erectile dysfunction. It only helps in erection by relaxing penile smooth muscles and increasing blood flow.

Q. Does Tadaflo increase the size of the penis?

No, Tadaflo does not increase the size of the penis.

Q. How long does the effect of Tadaflo last?

Generally, the effect of Tadaflo lasts from 24 to 36 hours, however, the effect may vary from patient to patient. As it works for a long duration, its action may last for more than one day.

Q. Does Tadaflo delay ejaculation?

No, Tadaflo is not known to affect ejaculation. It is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

Q. What are the symptoms that should prompt me to discontinue Tadaflo?

You should immediately consult your doctor if you experience sudden vision loss in one or both eyes or sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in ears and dizziness. Also, prolonged erections greater than 4 hours and painful erections greater than 6 hours in duration should prompt you to consult your doctor.Show moreShow less