Tadafil 20 mg Tablet

Tadafil 20 mg Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains 20 mg of tadalafil in each dose. Tadalafil is a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor used to treat erectile dysfunction in men, and in some cases it may also be prescribed for symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia or pulmonary arterial hypertension when a clinician chooses this strength and use. Tadafil 20 mg Tablet is taken by mouth and is designed for adult men who have been assessed by a doctor.

How it works: Tadalafil helps relax smooth muscle and widen blood vessels, which increases blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation. As a standard oral tablet, Tadafil 20 mg Tablet works after swallowing and does not cause an erection on its own without sexual arousal.

Tadafil 20 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tadalafil tablet compared with Tadafil 10 mg Tablet, so it is usually chosen only when a healthcare professional thinks a stronger dose is appropriate. Because it contains more tadalafil per tablet, it may produce a stronger effect and may also be more likely to cause side effects such as headache, flushing, or dizziness in some patients. It is not a starter strength for everyone, and the right dose depends on the condition being treated and the patient’s response.

• Erectile dysfunction
• Benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms, if prescribed
• Pulmonary arterial hypertension, if prescribed
• Improving blood flow for doctor-directed use

• Swallow the Tadafil 20 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless your prescriber or pharmacist tells you otherwise.
• Take it exactly as directed, usually before sexual activity when used for erectile dysfunction.
• Do not take more than one tablet in a 24-hour period unless your doctor specifically instructs you to do so.
• Food does not usually prevent it from working, but a heavy or high-fat meal may make the effect feel slower in some people.
• Avoid taking it together with other tadalafil products or other PDE5 inhibitors.
• If you have been told to use it for another approved reason, follow the exact schedule your doctor gives you.

Each Tadafil 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of tadalafil in one tablet. For erectile dysfunction, this strength is generally used only as prescribed and should not be taken more than once per day; your doctor decides whether 20 mg is the right dose for you. Never change the dose or frequency on your own, especially because this is a higher-strength tablet.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Tadalafil may include:

• Headache
• Flushing
• Indigestion or upset stomach
• Back pain
• Muscle aches
• Stuffy or runny nose
• Dizziness, which may be more noticeable at the 20 mg strength

• Do not use Tadafil 20 mg Tablet with nitrates or nitric oxide donors because the combination can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
• Use extra caution if you have heart disease, recent heart attack, stroke, low blood pressure, or severe liver or kidney disease.
• Avoid taking too much alcohol, since it can increase dizziness and lower blood pressure.
• This higher-strength tablet may cause more side effects than Tadafil 10 mg Tablet in some people.
• Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or unwell after taking it.
• Tell your doctor about any eye problems, hearing problems, or a history of priapism before using this tablet.
• If you take medicines for prostate symptoms or blood pressure, your prescriber may need to adjust your plan.

• Nitrates such as nitroglycerin or isosorbide
• Alpha-blockers such as tamsulosin or doxazosin
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ritonavir, ketoconazole, or clarithromycin
• Other PDE5 inhibitors or tadalafil-containing products
• Excess alcohol

Store Tadafil 20 mg Tablet at room temperature in its original strip or box, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.