Tadalafil and Antibiotics: Harm or Benefit

The phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor combines with most antibiotics and does not adversely affect internal organs and systems condition. A small number of antibacterial drugs can cause a change in the effectiveness of sexual stimulant, so to reduce the risk of patient’s deterioration should consult on the compatibility of medications with attending physician.

Effects of Antibiotics and Tadalafil Combination

By studying instructions for use of Cialis (Tadalafil) the patient may notice that manufacturer does not indicate antibiotics as substances that can not be mixed with tadalafil. At the same time, doctors point out that medications for getting rid of impotence and antibiotics should be used with caution.

To reduce the likelihood of chronic pathologies exacerbation and occurrence of undesirable somatic manifestations, patients need to carefully study features of pharmacological action and possible side effects of antimicrobial agents. When appointing new antibiotics, a man should consult with attending physician in advance about consequences of medications interaction with various sexual stimulants including Cialis.Tadalafil and antibioticsParticular attention in use of Cialis should be shown to persons who have been recommended for taking:

  • erythromycin;
  • rifampicin.

The fact is that these antimicrobial agents actively interact with the ingredients of the exciting agent. Taking these antibiotics simultaneously with Cialis, the patient may suffer from tadalafil overdose.

Erythromycin significantly increases therapeutic tadalafil concentration in patient’s blood. As a result, men may experience some side effects, most dangerous of which is priapism (a prolonged painful erection that threatens thrombosis, gangrene, infertility and incurable erectile dysfunction development).

With simultaneous administration of tadalafil with erythromycin, Cialis dosage is reduced to 5 mg. In addition, urologist warns patient against the daily use of toning agent. To ensure effective drug clearance, it is recommended to take yellow tablets not more often than 3-4 times a week.

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Tadalafil Side Effects

If man taking a pharmacological agent to stabilize sexual abilities such as Cialis, Levitra or Viagra, admits drug overdose, or other violations of rules of taking and storing medicine, then he often has the following side effects:

  • painful sensations in the lower part of the waist, in coccyx and hips, sacrum and abdomen;
  • exacerbation of chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
  • manifestations of the dyspeptic syndrome, including flatulence, diarrhea, and heartburn;
  • blood rush to face, increase in body temperature and excessive sweating;
  • dry skin, constant thirst, and peripheral edema;
  • reduction of visual acuity, redness of conjunctiva and swelling of eyelids;
  • hypersensitivity reactions in form of skin burning and inflammation, the formation of small ulcers and dermatitis;
  • transient ischemic attacks and acute disorders of cerebral circulation;
  • increased sensitivity of eyes to light, narrowing of visual fields;
  • a migraine and dizziness, fainting and epileptic seizures;
  • change in blood pressure, chest pain, arrhythmia;
  • increased muscular tension, limbs trembling.