Tadox 5 Tablet

Short Description

Tadox 5 Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction in men and benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). It increases blood flow to the penis to help men get an erection.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Tadox 5 Tablet may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal. It should be strictly taken as advised by your doctor. The medicine will only help you to get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. You should take it about one hour before you plan to have sex. The amount of time it takes to work varies from person to person but it normally takes between 30 minutes and one hour. Only take it if you need it and it has been prescribed to you by a doctor.

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 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Headache Muscle pain Stomach upset Back pain Nasopharyngitis

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tadox 5 Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Tadox 5 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Tadox 5 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Interacting Medicines

Nitroglycerin Isosorbide Dinitrate Isosorbide Mononitrate Nicorandil

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

You have been prescribed Tadox 5 Tablet for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. 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. Do not take it more than once a day. It may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can reduce your ability to get an erection and can make dizziness worse. Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse. Do not use Tadox 5 Tablet 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.