Megalis 5 Tablet

Composition of Megalis 5 Tablet

Megalis 5 Tablet contains Tadalafil 5 mg. It belongs to the Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Megalis 5 Tablet

• Erectile dysfunction (ED); benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) symptoms such as urinary frequency
• urgency
• weak stream (as prescribed)

Key benefits

• Helps achieve and maintain erection in ED
• Improves penile blood flow during sexual stimulation
• May relieve urinary symptoms of BPH with daily dosing
• Longer duration of action compared with some alternatives

How Megalis 5 Tablet works

Tadalafil is a phosphodiesterase type-5 (PDE5) inhibitor. It increases cGMP levels leading to relaxation of smooth muscles and improved blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation; it can also relax prostate and bladder smooth muscle to improve urinary symptoms in BPH.

How to take Megalis 5 Tablet

Tablet for oral use. Take exactly as prescribed. For ED once-daily use: take at the same time each day, with or without food. Swallow whole with water; do not exceed the prescribed dose.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may be harmful — seek medical advice immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Megalis 5 Tablet

Most side effects of Megalis are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• flushing
• indigestion (dyspepsia)
• nasal congestion
• back pain
• muscle pain
• dizziness
• nausea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Megalis 5 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not use with nitrates (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide) due to dangerous drop in blood pressure. Use with caution in heart disease, low blood pressure, recent stroke/heart attack, severe liver/kidney impairment. Seek urgent care for chest pain, sudden vision/hearing loss, or erection lasting >4 hours (priapism). Not for women or children. Avoid in known hypersensitivity to tadalafil.

Do not take Megalis if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will confirm this medicine is suitable for you.

Interactions with other medicines

Nitrates,riociguat,alpha-blockers (e.g., tamsulosin/doxazosin),other PDE5 inhibitors,strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, clarithromycin),CYP3A4 inducers (rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin),antihypertensives,alcohol,grapefruit juice

How to store Megalis 5 Tablet

Store below 30°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Megalis 5 Tablet

Take it at the same time each day and complete the course. Keep your follow-up appointments and any monitoring blood tests.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

Therapeutic class:

Urology/Andrology (Erectile dysfunction/BPH agent)

Drug class:

Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor