| Active substance |
Tadalafil |
| Also known as |
Cialis, Adcirca |
| Blood pressure |
Can cause a slight reduction in blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
Tadalafil citrate |
| Dosage (medical) |
5-20 mg once daily |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not recommended |
| Effects |
Improved erectile function, increased exercise capacity |
| Formula |
C22H19N3O4В·C6H8O7 |
| Half-life |
17.5 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low |
| Lab Test |
Plasma levels of tadalafil can be measured |
| Main action |
Increases blood flow to particular areas of the body |
| Side effects |
Headache, indigestion, back pain, muscle aches, flushed skin, and stuffy or runny nose |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat |
| Substance class |
Phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor |
| Trade name |
Cialis, Adcirca |
| Use in sports |
Sometimes used to enhance endurance and exercise capacity |
| Water Retention |
None |
| Manufacturer |
Hab Pharmaceuticals & Research Limited |