Cialis Tablets
Chemical Name: CIALIS TADALAFIL (tah-DA-la-fil)
Common uses of Cialis
This medicine is a phosphodiesterase
inhibitor used to treat sexual function
problems such as impotence or erectile
dysfunction. In combination with sexual
stimulation, this medicine works by helping
the blood flow into the penis to achieve and
maintain an erection. This medicine is not
intended for use in women or children. This
medicine will not protect against sexually
transmitted diseases including HIV
infection. Use "safe sex" practices such as
latex condoms. Contact your doctor or
pharmacist for more details.
Before using Cialis
Some medicines or medical conditions may
interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR
DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are
also taking or using any form of
nitroglycerin, other nitrates such as
isosorbide, nitroprusside or any "nitric
oxide donor" medicine, or recreational drugs
called "poppers" containing amyl or butyl
nitrate because very serious interactions
may occur. If you are not sure whether a
certain medicine is a nitrate, contact your
doctor or pharmacist before taking this
medicine. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you
are taking certain alpha-blocker medicines
such as alfuzosin, doxazosin, prazosin, or
terazosin. If you are taking any of these
medicines, contact your doctor or pharmacist
before taking this medicine. ADDITIONAL
MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be
needed if you are taking any other medicine
for erectile dysfunction; certain antifungal
medicines such as itraconazole or
ketoconazole; macrolide antibiotics such as
clarithromycin or erythromycin; medicine for
high blood pressure; or HIV protease
inhibitors such as ritonavir or indinavir.
DO NOT START OR STOP any medicine without
doctor or pharmacist approval. Inform your
doctor of any other medical conditions
including penis problems; history of painful
or prolonged erection; any heart problems;
kidney problems; stomach ulcers; bleeding
problems; blood cell problems such as sickle
cell anemia, leukemia, or myeloma; eye
diseases, especially retina diseases such as
retinitis pigmentosa; uncontrolled high
blood pressure; or allergies. USE OF THIS
MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have a
history of angina or chest pain, heart
attack, stroke, low blood pressure, severe
liver problems, or if you have been told by
your healthcare provider to not have sexual
activity because of certain health problems.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any questions or concerns about taking
this medicine.
Cialis Directions
Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. This
medicine comes with a patient information
leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you
may have about this medicine. TAKE THIS
MEDICINE by mouth as needed before sexual
activity as directed by your doctor. DO NOT
TAKE THIS MEDICINE more often than once
daily. If you are taking certain other
medicines you may only be able to take this
medicine one time every two or three days.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist for more
information. This medicine may be taken on
an empty stomach or with food. STORE THIS
MEDICINE at room temperature 77 degrees F
(25 degrees C) in a tightly-closed
container, away from heat and light. Brief
storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and
30 degrees C) is permitted.
Cialis Cautions
DO
NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an
allergic reaction to it or are allergic to
any ingredient in this product. THIS
MEDICINE MAY RARELY CAUSE DIZZINESS OR
VISION CHANGES. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE
MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE
DANGEROUS until you know how you react to
this medicine. Using this medicine alone,
with other medicines, or with alcohol may
lessen your ability to drive or to perform
other potentially dangerous tasks. TO
MINIMIZE DIZZINESS OR LIGHTHEADEDNESS, sit
up or stand slowly when rising from a seated
or lying position. Alcohol may increase your
risk for side effects, including headache,
dizziness, or lightheadedness. AVOID
EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS of alcohol when using this
medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for
more information. DO NOT EXCEED THE
RECOMMMENDED DOSE without checking with your
doctor. Your dose is based on your medical
condition, response to therapy, and the
other medicines you are taking. SEXUAL
ACTIVITY may put extra strain on your heart,
especially if you have heart problems. If
you have heart problems and experience any
serious side effects while having sex, stop
having sex and tell your doctor immediately.
These side effects include severe dizziness,
fainting, chest pain, or nausea. BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with
your doctor or pharmacist. CAUTION IS
ADVISED WHEN USING THIS MEDICINE IN THE
ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive
to the side effects of this medicine. THIS
MEDICINE SHOULD NOT BE USED IN WOMEN OR
CHILDREN.
Possible side effects of Cialis
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking
this medicine include headache, flushing,
stomach upset or nausea, heartburn, stuffy
or runny nose, back pain, muscle pain, or
vision changes such as trouble telling the
difference between blue and green or seeing
a blue tinge to objects. If these continue
or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
In the unlikely event that you have a
painful or prolonged erection (lasting more
than 4 hours), stop using this medicine and
seek immediate medical attention or
permanent problems may occur. AN ALLERGIC
REACTION to this medicine is unlikely but
seek immediate medical attention if it
occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction
include rash, itching, unusual swelling,
severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. If
you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction
checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Cialis
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room
immediately. Symptoms of overdose may
include back pain, muscle pain, and abnormal
vision.
Additional Cialis information
If
your symptoms do not improve or if they
become worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT
SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it
was not prescribed, since they may have a
problem that is not effectively treated with
this medicine, or they may have a condition
that is complicated by this medicine. DO NOT
USE THIS MEDICINE for other health
conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children and pets. IF USING THIS
MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME,
obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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