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TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips 10's

TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips 10's

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Composition

TADALAFIL-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Shilpa Medicare Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips

TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips belongs to the group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors, primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Sometimes, TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is also used to treat pulmonary arterial  hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs). Erectile dysfunction is the inability to keep a hard and erect penis suitable for sexual activity. Benign prostatic hyperplasia, also called as prostate enlargement, is the non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland.

TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips contains ‘Tadalafil’, which works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis; this allows the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. Thereby, it helps to treat erectile dysfunction. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips relaxes the bladder and prostate muscles, thereby reducing enlarged prostate symptoms such as difficulty in urination and urgent need to urinate. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips used to treat pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) by relaxing the blood vessels in the chest. Thereby increasing the blood supply to the lungs and decreasing the workload of the heart.

You are advised to take TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, back pain, muscle pain, pain in the legs and arms, nasal congestion, indigestion, and facial flushing. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Do not take TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips if you are taking nitrates (used to treat angina), riociguat (used to treat pulmonary hypertension) or alpha-blockers; if you have heart problems or stroke, low blood pressure or uncontrolled high blood pressure. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is not intended for use in women. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

Uses of TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips

Treatment of Erectile dysfunction (impotence), benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Medicinal Benefits

TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips belongs to the group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Sometimes, TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is also used to treat pulmonary arterial  hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs). TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis; this allows the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. Thereby, it helps to treat erectile dysfunction. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips relaxes the bladder and prostate muscles, thereby reducing enlarged prostate symptoms such as difficulty in urination and urgent need to urinate. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips used to treat pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) by relaxing the blood vessels in the chest. Thereby, increasing the blood supply to the lungs and decreasing the workload of the heart.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water as a whole. Do not crush, break or chew the tablet/capsule.Orally disintegrating tablet/strip: Keep the tablet/strip in the mouth and allow it to disintegrate. Do not swallow as a whole. Avoid handling the tablet/strip with wet hands.Jelly: Place the jelly in the mouth or under the tongue and allow it to dissolve.Mouth dissolving tablet: Place the tablet on the tongue and let it dissolve or disintegrate in the mouth without water.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips

  • Headache
  • Back pain
  • Muscle pain
  • Pain in legs and arms
  • Nasal congestion
  • Indigestion
  • Facial flushing

Drug Warnings

Do not take TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking nitrates (used to treat angina), riociguat (used to treat pulmonary hypertension) or alpha-blockers; if you have heart problems or stroke, low blood pressure or uncontrolled high blood pressure, if you ever had a loss of vision. Inform your doctor if you have sickle cell anaemia (abnormal red blood cells), multiple myeloma (cancer of bone marrow), leukaemia (blood cell cancer), deformation in the penis, severe kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience loss of vision or hearing while taking TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips . TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips may interact with anti-hypertensive (amlodipine, lisinopril, losartan, metoprolol, riociguat), alpha-blockers (tamsulosin), anti-anginal (nitroglycerin), anti-fungal (ketoconazole, itraconazole), antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin), anti-TB (rifampicin), anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, phenytoin, carbamazepine), anti-HIV (ritonavir).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have cardiovascular/heart disease, renal dysfunction (kidney impairment), pulmonary disease, alcoholism, liver disease, seizure disorder, hearing loss, retinitis pigmentosa (loss of vision) and priapism (prolonged erection of the penis).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMLODIPINE
  • LISINOPRIL
  • LOSARTAN
  • METOPROLOL
  • RIOCIGAUT
  • NITROGLYCERIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • RITONAVIR

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Erectile dysfunction:

  • Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and regular exercising may help you manage erectile dysfunction. 

  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may temporarily impair your ability to get an erection.

  • Avoid the usage of tobacco.

  • Share intimate time with your partner.

  • Stay sexually active to prevent further problems with erectile dysfunction.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): 

  • Avoid foods like sugars, carbonated beverages, tea, citrus fruits, tomatoes, spicy foods, chocolate and tea. 

  • Limit fluid intake as excess fluid intake could cause an urge to urinate frequently.

  • Avoid drinking excess alcohol or caffeinated drinks as they can worsen the symptoms.

  • Maintain a healthy weight, and exercise regularly.

  • Quit smoking.

  • Take 6-8glasses or liquids every day.

  • Avoid processed foods. Instead, choose whole, unprocessed foods.

  • Include fruits, vegetables, and fibre-rich food in your diet.

Special Advise

  • Take TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual intercourse. However, it is best to take it an hour before sexual activity.
  • Do not take TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips more than once a day. Take TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips as prescribed by the doctor.
  • Talk to your doctor if the erection persists for greater than four hours.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Erectile dysfunction: It is the inability to keep a hard and erect penis suitable for sexual intercourse. It could be a sign of physical or psychological conditions such as fear of sexual failure, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or stress. Certain health-related factors such as smoking, drinking, being overweight, being physically inactive, and high blood pressure also contribute to erectile dysfunction. Symptoms of erectile dysfunction include difficulty in getting an erection, difficulty in maintaining the erection during intercourse and decreased sexual desire.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): Benign prostatic hyperplasia, also called prostate enlargement, is the non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland due to the multiplication of cells. This leads to swelling and squeezing of the urethra and limits the urine flow. It is an age-associated prostate gland enlargement which can cause problems with urination. BPH symptoms include loss of bladder control, frequent urination, inability to urinate, incomplete bladder emptying, weak urinary stream, dribbling at the end of the urinary stream, sudden urge to urinate, and painful urination.

Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH): High blood pressure affects the arteries in the lungs and heart, leading to pulmonary arterial hypertension. It occurs due to narrowed or blocked blood vessels which increases the workload on the heart. Symptoms include chest pain, dizziness, fatigue, and swelling in the legs and ankles.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are advised not to consume alcohol while taking TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is not recommended for use in pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is not recommended for use during breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips may cause dizziness. Therefore you are advised to drive and operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips if you have liver impairment/liver disease or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

12-6-214/A1, Hyderabad Road, Raichur €“ 584 135, Karnataka, India.
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FAQs

TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is used to treat Erectile dysfunction (impotence), benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips relaxes the muscles in the bladder and prostate, thereby reduces the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate such as difficulty in urination and urgent need to urinate.
In some cases, TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) by relaxing the chest's blood vessels. Thereby, increasing the blood supply to the lungs and decreasing the workload of the heart.
No, do not take TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips with nitrates. Taking TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips with medicines used to treat angina/chest pain, such as nitrates/nitroglycerin, may cause severe lowering of blood pressure. You are advised not to take TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips if you are taking nitrates or have a history of heart attack/stroke.
No, TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips should not be taken along with blood-pressure-lowering medicines. TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips relaxes and widens the blood vessels; this causes a decrease in blood pressure. Therefore, if TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is taken with blood pressure lowering medicines, it could lead to a lowering of blood pressure.
TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allows the blood flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited.
Common side-effects of TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips may include headache, back pain, muscle pain, pain in the legs and arms, nasal congestion, indigestion, and facial flushing. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips taken up to once daily for 18 to 24 months was safe and well tolerated. These findings support the long-term use of Tadalafil in the clinical management of erectile dysfunction. However, it is recommended to take only if prescribed by the doctor.
TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips is a safe and effective medication. However, Tadalafil is not suitable for some people. To ensure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Tadalafil or any other medicine. are taking medicines or having any underlying medical conditions.
TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips contains Tadalafil, which works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allowing the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited.
There is no evidence that consuming Tadalafil reduces fertility in either women or men. However, consult a doctor before using it if you're trying to conceive.
Alcohol can make it more challenging to get an erection. To get the most out of Tadalafil, avoid excessive drinking before taking it.
If you have a sudden loss of vision or sudden problems with your hearing – stop taking Tadalafil if this happens. You have a prolonged or painful erection, especially if it lasts for more than 2 hours.
No – do not take TFL-5 Disintegrating Strips more than once a day.
If you're taking Tadalafil to treat erectile dysfunction, you should be able to get an erection within 30 minutes to 36 hours. You must be sexually excited for it to operate. Your erection should subside after you have sex.
Erectile dysfunction can often be improved if you make changes to your lifestyle, such as maintaining a healthy weight, quitting smoking, cutting down on the amount of alcohol you drink, not taking recreational drugs, exercising and reducing stress.

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