Tadalafil 5 mg is a phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor commonly prescribed for:
✔ Erectile Dysfunction (ED) – Helps men achieve and maintain an erection.
✔ Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) – Improves urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate.
✔ Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) – (In some cases) Helps improve blood flow in the lungs.

How Tadalafil 5 mg Works

Tadalafil increases blood flow by inhibiting the PDE5 enzyme, which allows for higher levels of cGMP (a molecule that relaxes blood vessels and improves circulation). This results in:

• Stronger erections in men with ED.
• Relaxed prostate and bladder muscles, improving urine flow in BPH.
• Lowered blood pressure in pulmonary arteries (for PAH patients).

Unlike other ED medications (like Sildenafil), Tadalafil lasts up to 36 hours, allowing for more spontaneity.

Uses of Tadalafil 5 mg

1. Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

• Helps men achieve an erection only when sexually stimulated.
• Works longer (up to 36 hours) than other ED medications.
• Can be taken daily (5 mg) or on-demand (higher doses like 10 mg or 20 mg).

2. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

• Relaxes prostate muscles, making urination easier.
• Reduces symptoms like frequent urination, weak stream, and urgency.
• Often prescribed daily (5 mg) for combined ED + BPH treatment.

3. Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) (Off-label use)

• Helps improve exercise capacity and reduces lung blood pressure.

Dosage & Administration

For Erectile Dysfunction:

• Daily Dose: 5 mg once per day, taken at the same time each day.
• On-Demand Dose: If prescribed for occasional use, 10 mg or 20 mg may be taken before planned intercourse.

For BPH:

• Standard Dose: 5 mg once daily.

For ED + BPH Combination Treatment:

• 5 mg daily works for both conditions.

Take with or without food, with a full glass of water. Do not crush or chew the tablet.

Benefits of Tadalafil 5 mg (Daily Use)

✔ Spontaneous Intimacy – No need to time the medication.
✔ Longer Effect (Up to 36 Hours) – Provides flexibility.
✔ Dual Benefits – Treats both ED & BPH.
✔ Lower Risk of Side Effects – Compared to higher doses.

Side Effects of Tadalafil 5 mg

Most are mild and temporary, including:

• Headache
• Flushing (warmth in face and neck)
• Indigestion, nausea
• Muscle or back pain
• Nasal congestion
• Dizziness

Serious Side Effects (Rare):

⚠ Priapism (erection lasting over 4 hours) – Seek emergency help.
⚠ Sudden vision or hearing loss – Stop use and consult a doctor immediately.
⚠ Severe drop in blood pressure – Can happen if taken with nitrates.

Precautions & Warnings

🚫 Do NOT take if you:

• Use nitrate medications (like nitroglycerin for heart disease) → Dangerous drop in blood pressure.
• Have serious heart conditions, stroke history, or severe liver/kidney disease.
• Have low blood pressure or uncontrolled high blood pressure.
• Are allergic to Tadalafil or PDE5 inhibitors.

⚠ Avoid excessive alcohol – Can increase dizziness and low blood pressure risk.
⚠ Do not combine with other ED drugs (like Sildenafil, Vardenafil).