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Compare Adcirca vs. Cialis

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  • Tadalafil (Adcirca)
    Tadalafil (Cialis)
  • Tadalafil (Adcirca)
    Tadalafil (Cialis)

  • Summary of Adcirca vs. Cialis

    Summary for PDE-5 inhibitor
    Prescription only

    Tadalafil (Adcirca) is a phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE-5) blocker. It's used to improve exercise ability in adults who have high blood pressure in the lungs, also known as pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It's taken by mouth once daily. Tadalafil for PAH is available as tablets (Adcirca, Alyq) and an oral suspension (Tadliq). Side effects of tadalafil (Adcirca) are typically mild and temporary, and can include headache and muscle pain.

    Summary for PDE-5 inhibitor
    Prescription only

    Tadalafil (Cialis) is taken by mouth either as needed before sexual activity or once daily for erectile dysfunction (ED). It's also taken once daily to treat symptoms from an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH). Tadalafil (Cialis) is available both as brand-name and generic tablets. Common side effects of this medication include headache and indigestion. Tadalafil (Cialis) does interact with some medications, such as heart and blood pressure medications, and taking them together could lead to very low blood pressure and dizziness.

  • Indications of Adcirca vs. Cialis

    Indications for
    •Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)
    Indications for
    •Erectile dysfunction
    •Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

  • Pros and Cons of Adcirca vs. Cialis

    Pros and Const for PDE-5 inhibitor
    Pros
    •Helps improve your ability to exercise or do physical activity
    •Only taken once daily - less often than other PDE-5 inhibitors for PAH, such as sildenafil (Revatio)
    •Can be taken with or without food
    Cons
    •Can take several months for you to notice benefit from this medication
    •Interacts with several common medications, including blood pressure and prostate medications
    •Can't take with certain ED medications like sildenafil (Viagra) or tadalafil (Cialis)
    Pros and Const for PDE-5 inhibitor
    Pros
    •One of the first-choice medications for treating ED
    •Can be taken either as needed or on a regular basis for those who need it more regularly
    •Lasts longer than other medications taken for ED
    •Can treat ED and BPH at the same time
    •Available as a lower-cost generic
    Cons
    •Not recommended if you've had a heart attack in the past 3 months, or a stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months
    •Can't be used if you've recently taken nitrates like isosorbide mononitrate (Monoket) or nitroglycerin (Nitrostat)
    •Takes longer to work compared to some other medications for ED
    •Can cause side effects like headache, stomach upset, and back pain

  • Common Side Effects of Adcirca vs. Cialis

    Common Side Effects for
    •Headache (42%)
    •Muscle pain (14%)
    •Runny nose or sore throat (13%)
    •Flushing (13%)
    •Cold, bronchitis, and other respiratory infections (13%)
    •Pain in hands and feet (11%)
    •Nausea (11%)
    •Back pain (10%)
    •Upset stomach (10%)
    •Stuffy nose (9%)
    Common Side Effects for

    Once-daily use of tadalafil (Cialis) (for ED or BPH):

    •Headache (3-6%)
    •Runny nose, sore throat, and other symptoms of the common cold (3-6%)
    •Indigestion (4-5%)
    •Stomach upset (3-5%)
    •Back pain (3%)

    As-needed use of tadalafil (Cialis) (for ED):

    •Headache (11-15%)
    •Indigestion (4-10%)
    •Back pain (3-6%)

  • Warnings of Adcirca vs. Cialis

    Common Side Effects for
    •Low blood pressure
    •Prolonged or painful erection (priapism)
    •Vision changes
    •Hearing loss
    •Avoid use with other PDE-5 inhibitors
    •Risks with certain heart problems
    Common Side Effects for
    •Heart problems
    •Low blood pressure
    •Prolonged erection
    •Vision changes
    •Hearing loss
    •Interactions with other medications

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