Tadalafil is a medication used to treat several different medical conditions, including erectile dysfunction, the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia), and pulmonary arterial hypertension. It is an oral medication, which might be used regularly or taken as needed, depending on its purpose. Tadalafil may be sold under the brand name Cialis or other names. When used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, it helps to improve the person’s ability to exercise.

Tadalafil belongs to a class of medications called phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitors. When treating sexual dysfunction, it increases blood flow to the penis to help make it easier to get an erection. However, it doesn’t cure erectile dysfunction, increase sexual desire, or cause an erection on its own. In pulmonary arterial hypertension, it relaxes blood vessels in the lungs so that blood can flow more easily.

What Is Tadalafil Prescribed For?

Tadalafil is typically prescribed for three conditions:

• Male sexual dysfunction (erectile dysfunction, impotence)
• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate)
• Pulmonary arterial hypertension

It provides different effects that can help each of these conditions, including relaxing the muscle in the prostate and bladder, increasing blood flow to the penis, and relaxing the blood vessels in the lungs. It helps to address the symptoms of these different conditions, although it doesn’t cure them. Doctors may prescribe tadalafil to treat these conditions on a short-term basis or more long-term, depending on what it’s being used for.

How Does Tadalafil Work?

Tadalafil has a number of functions that enable it to be used as a treatment for different things. As one of the phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors, it prevents an enzyme called phosphodiesterase type-5 from working too quickly. This enzyme works in a number of areas, including the penis, prostate, and lungs. Slowing it down helps to increase blood flow to the penis, which helps erectile dysfunction. It may also help to relax the muscle in the prostate and bladder, which may be how it helps to improve the symptoms of BPH. It also relaxes the blood vessels in the lungs, increasing blood flow.

What Are the Side Effects of Tadalafil?

The side effects of tadalafil include both common side effects, happening in more than 1 in 100 people, and less common side effects.

Some common side effects include:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Flushed or red face
• Indigestion
• Stuffy nose
• Aching muscles

Some more side effects are rarer, including chest pains, prolonged erections, sudden hearing or eyesight problems, a skin reaction, or seizures. If you have any of these reactions, stop taking the medication right away and call a doctor. In very rare cases, tadalafil could cause a serious allergic reaction. If this happens, you should seek emergency medical attention.

How can DrHouse help you get tadalafil?

With the DrHouse telehealth app, you can see a virtual doctor 24/7 and from the comfort of your own home. This means no more waiting in line at the doctor’s office or dealing with scheduling issues.

Plus, you can get a prescription for tadalafil online from DrHouse without having to see a doctor in person. All you need is a smartphone and an internet connection. Simply download the app, choose a plan and start an on-demand visit with one of our clinicians.

Once you’ve explained your symptoms, the doctor will likely prescribe tadalafil to you. They may also offer other treatment options depending on your specific case.

And that’s it! With DrHouse, getting a prescription for tadalafil is easy and convenient. Try us today.