Tadalafil: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Tadalafil is a long-acting PDE5 inhibitor. It is a prescription medicine used for erectile dysfunction, enlarged prostate symptoms and pulmonary arterial hypertension. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 4 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Tadalafil works

Tadalafil blocks the enzyme phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5), allowing smooth muscle in blood vessels, the prostate and the bladder neck to relax. This improves blood flow to the penis during arousal, eases urine flow and widens blood vessels in the lungs. Its effect lasts up to 36 hours.

What is Tadalafil used for?

• Erectile dysfunction
• Enlarged prostate symptoms
• Pulmonary arterial hypertension

Tadalafil is used to treat erectile dysfunction in adult men, helping an erection to happen and last when sexually aroused. It is also used for urinary symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia), such as weak flow and frequent urination, and under specialist care for pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Side effects of Tadalafil

Tadalafil is usually well tolerated, though some men notice:

• Headache
• Back pain
• Muscle aches
• Facial flushing
• Indigestion
• Blocked nose

Seek urgent help for chest pain, sudden loss of vision or hearing, or an erection lasting more than four hours.

Precautions and warnings

• Do not take it with nitrate medicines such as glyceryl trinitrate or isosorbide, or with riociguat; blood pressure can fall dangerously.
• Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, low blood pressure, a recent stroke or heart attack, or have been advised to avoid sexual activity.
• Mention alpha-blockers used for blood pressure or prostate problems, and antifungal or HIV medicines that can increase its effects.
• Let your doctor know about kidney or liver disease.
• Drinking a lot of alcohol with it can cause dizziness and a drop in blood pressure.

Frequently asked questions about Tadalafil

What is the price of Tadalafil in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Tadalafil products currently in stock range from Rs 329 to Rs 1,365 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Fildil Tablet 2.5mg at Rs 329. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Tadalafil are available in Pakistan?

Tadalafil is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Fildil (Highnoon Laboratories Ltd), Ciafil and Talfil (Getz Pharma).

Do I need a prescription for Tadalafil?

Yes. Tadalafil is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Are all Tadalafil brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Tadalafil in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Tadalafil brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 8 products containing Tadalafil from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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