Tadox 5 Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Himeros Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Tadalafil (5mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Carboline Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | SEX STIMULANTS REJUVENATORS |
| Action Class | Phosphodiesterase-V inhibitors |
| User Rating | 4.7 |
| User Reviews | 554 |
FAQ
Can the use of Tadox 5 affect fertility?
No, using Tadox 5 does not affect fertility. It works by relaxing the muscles of penile blood vessels and has no effect on fertility.
Do I need to avoid alcohol while taking Tadox 5?
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 feeling dizzy, increased heart rate or low blood pressure.
What are the symptoms that should prompt me to discontinue Tadox 5?
You should immediately consult your doctor if you experience sudden vision loss in one or both eyes, sudden decrease in hearing or hearing loss, ringing in ears and dizziness. Also, contact your doctor if you experience prolonged erections greater than 4 hours and painful erections greater than 6 hours in duration.
What if you forget to take Tadox Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Tadox 5, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Tadox 5 Tablet Reviews
Tadox 5 is a medication primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. It helps in improving blood flow to the penile region, thereby facilitating and sustaining an erection. It is also effective in treating symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Tadox 5 can be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dosage. The medicine will only help you to get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. Take it about 30 minutes to one hour before you plan to have sex. Only take it if you need it and it has been prescribed to you by a doctor.
Common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, flushing, indigestion, nasal congestion, muscle and back pain, and vision disturbances. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects do not go away on their own or bother you. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat the side effects.
Do not use Tadox 5 if you are allergic to any of the components of this medicine. Consult a doctor before using if you have a history of heart problems, high or low blood pressure, liver or kidney issues, or if you are taking any other medications. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase certain side effects. Do not take Tadox 5 with other erectile dysfunction medications without consulting your doctor. This medicine is not intended for use by women or individuals under the age of 18 years.
How Tadox 5 Tablet Works
Tadalafil belongs to a class of medications called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penile region, which increases blood flow upon sexual stimulation, thus facilitating an erection. In cases of BPH, it relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder.
How to Use Tadox 5 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. Tadox 5 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Tadox 5 Tablet
- In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction: Tadox 5 belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis, allowing blood to flow into the penis and produce an erection when sexually aroused. This medicine will only help get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. It is very effective for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and needs to be taken at least 30 minutes before sexual activity. In addition to treating erectile dysfunction, it improves sexual performance and satisfaction. However, do not take this medicine if you also take medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain).
- In Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia: Tadox 5, which is commonly used for treating erectile dysfunction, is also beneficial in managing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It helps by relaxing the smooth muscles in the bladder and prostate, which reduces urinary symptoms associated with BPH such as frequent urination, urgency, and difficulty starting urination. By improving blood flow to the prostate and bladder, tadalafil can ease the pressure on the urethra, facilitating better urinary flow. This alleviates the discomfort and inconvenience caused by BPH and enhances the quality of life for affected individuals.
Uses of Tadox 5 Tablet
- Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia
- Treatment of Erectile dysfunction
Tadox 5 Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
SAFE
Tadox 5 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tadox 5 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.Tadox 5 is not indicated for use in women.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tadox 5 during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Tadox 5 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tadox 5 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tadox 5 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tadox 5.
Quick Tips
- You have been prescribed Tadox 5 for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
- Do not use Tadox 5 if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain), if you have had a heart attack in the past 3 months, or stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months.
- Do not take it more than once a day.
- Avoid drinking alcohol as it can reduce your ability to get an erection and can make dizziness worse.
- It may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse.
- It is best to take it an hour before sexual intercourse. But, you can take it anytime between 30 minutes and 4 hours before sexual activity.
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