Before taking Sildenafil or Tadalafil

Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions and sometimes a medicine may only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start taking sildenafil it is important that your doctor knows:

• If you have any disease, injury or deformity of your penis
• If you have a heart condition or blood vessel disease
• If you have had an eye condition causing loss of vision
• If you have low blood pressure or angina
• If you have any problems with the way your liver works or with the way your kidneys work
• If you have had a stroke or heart attack
• If you have a condition which causes bleeding, such as a stomach ulcer
• If you have sickle cell disease
• If you have ever had bone marrow cancer or leukemia
• If you are taking or using any other medicines. This includes any medicines you are taking which are available to buy without a prescription, as well as herbal and complementary medicines and recreational drugs
• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine

How to take sildenafil or tadalafil for erectile dysfunction

Before you take sildenafil or tadalafil, read the manufacturers printed information leaflet from inside the pack. It will give you more information about the tablets and will provide you with a full list of the side-effects which you may experience from taking them.

Take sildenafil or tadalafil exactly as your doctor tells you to. It is intended to be taken before sexual activity – it is NOT for continuous daily use. You should take one tablet about an hour before you plan to have sex. Although, it may still be effective up to five hours after taking the tablet. You can take the tablet either before or after food, but if you have just eaten a large meal it may take longer for it to work.

Do not take more than one dose of sildenafil or tadalafil in any 24-hour period.

Very common sildenafil or tadalafil side effects

These affect more than one in ten men.

• Headache: drink plenty of water. If the headaches continue, let your doctor know
• Flushing, feeling sick, indigestion, blocked nose. These should soon pass
• Feeling dizzy, visual changes such as blurred vision or color distortion if either of these happen, do not drive and do not use tools or machines until your reactions/vision have returned to normal. Important: if your erection lasts for longer than four hours, or if you get chest pains or a sudden loss of vision, contact a doctor for medical attention straightaway.

If you experience any other symptoms which you think may be due to the tablets, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for further advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

How to store sildenafil or tadalafil

Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children. Store in a cool, dry place. Away from direct heat and light. To consult your pharmacist please send a message via the My Doctor menu option or call Mint Pharmacy at 866-855-6468.