Vidalista 5 mg (Tadalafil)

Vidalista 5 mg is a low-dose tadalafil tablet used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in adult men. It is made by Centurion Laboratories, and it contains the same active ingredient as Cialis.

At this strength it is typically taken once a day, at about the same time each day, rather than before each sexual encounter. This keeps a steady level of tadalafil in the body.

It is a prescription medicine, so use it only as directed by a doctor.

What is Vidalista 5mg?

Tadalafil is a PDE-5 inhibitor. It relaxes the blood vessels in the penis and increases blood flow, which helps a man get and keep an erection when he is sexually stimulated. Of the PDE-5 inhibitors, it is the longest-acting, because it stays in the body for a long time. A single dose can remain active for up to 36 hours.

ED has many causes. Diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, nerve conditions and kidney or liver disease can all contribute, as can stress, anxiety, depression and fear of failure.

Daily dosing compared with on-demand dosing

	Once daily (such as 5 mg)	On demand (such as 10 or 20 mg)
When it is taken	At the same time every day	Before sexual activity
Link to sex	None, so it allows spontaneity	Planned in advance
Dose in approved labeling	2.5 mg or 5 mg	10 mg, up to 20 mg
Maximum	5 mg per day	20 mg, no more than once a day

If you only need a tablet occasionally, your doctor may suggest an on-demand strength such as Vidalista 10, Vidalista 20 or the chewable Vidalista CT 20mg instead.

How does Vidalista 5mg work?

When a man is sexually aroused, the body releases nitric oxide, which raises a chemical called cyclic GMP in the penis. Cyclic GMP relaxes the blood vessels and lets blood flow in. Tadalafil blocks the PDE-5 enzyme that breaks cyclic GMP down, so blood flow stays higher.

With daily use, tadalafil builds up in the body and reaches a steady level after about five days. The effect is not instant after the first tablet, and it does not cause an erection without stimulation.

Vidalista 5mg dosage

The usual once-daily dose for ED is 5 mg, which can be lowered to 2.5 mg if needed. The daily dose should not go above 5 mg. Men with moderate kidney problems, or those taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole or ritonavir, are given lower doses, and daily tadalafil is not recommended for severe kidney disease.

In studies of once-daily tadalafil for erectile dysfunction, men did not need to time the tablet around sex. The 5 mg dose is also approved for men with ED together with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), but that is a doctor’s decision. Do not take extra tablets or add another tadalafil strength on top of the daily dose.

How to take Vidalista 5mg

1. Take one tablet a day at about the same time each day.
2. Swallow it whole with water, with or without food. Do not break or crush it.
3. Do not take a missed dose twice. If you forget, take the next one at the usual time.
4. Avoid grapefruit juice and keep alcohol low.
5. Have your treatment reviewed by your doctor from time to time.

Who should be careful with Vidalista 5mg?

Tell your doctor about your full medical history before you start. Take particular care if you have:

• heart disease, low blood pressure, or a recent stroke or heart attack;
• liver or kidney problems;
• nerve problems or diabetes;
• had sudden loss of vision or hearing.

It is for adult men. It is not for women or children.

Drug interactions

Never take it with nitrate medicines such as isosorbide mononitrate, isosorbide dinitrate or nitroglycerin, or with riociguat. The combination can cause a dangerous fall in blood pressure.

Also tell your doctor if you take alpha-blockers or other blood pressure medicines, HIV medicines, antifungals such as ketoconazole, or antibiotics such as clarithromycin. These can raise the level of tadalafil in your body.

Side effects of Vidalista 5mg

Common side effects are usually mild and often ease after the first weeks:

• headache
• indigestion or nausea
• back pain and muscle aches
• pain in the arms or legs
• flushing (reddening of the face)
• nasal congestion
• dizziness

Get medical help straight away for chest pain, fainting, a skin rash with swelling, sudden loss of vision or hearing, difficulty breathing, or an erection lasting more than 4 hours.

What if you take too much?

Taking more than directed can cause stronger side effects such as dizziness, fainting, chest pain and a racing heartbeat. If this happens, get medical help straight away.

Vidalista 5mg FAQs

Can I take Vidalista 5mg only when I need it?

It is designed for once-daily use. For occasional use, ask your doctor about an on-demand strength.

How long does it take to work?

Because it works by building up in the body, it takes about five days of daily use to reach a steady level.

Does it last 18 to 22 hours?

A single dose of tadalafil can stay active for up to 36 hours, but this varies from man to man.

Is it approved?

Tadalafil is approved by regulators such as the FDA as the brand Cialis. That does not automatically cover every generic brand, so ask your doctor or pharmacist about the product you have. Browse more generic Cialis products or see all erectile dysfunction medicines.

This information is general and does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.