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Tamsulosin + Tadalafil
Alpha Blocker + PDE5i
At a Glance
- Combines the same active ingredients found in Cialis® and Flomax
- Benefits men dealing with both ED and BPH
- Taken orally once daily
- Custom medication exclusive to menMD members
- Available at .4mg/5mg strength in convenient capsules
The Details
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) often come coupled together, causing you to take multiple medications to treat these conditions. According to studies¹, 70% of men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) are also dealing with the symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED). By combining tamsulosin and tadalafil, you can treat both BPH and ED in a single, convenient, daily dose.
Prescription Required
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Starts at $2.03 per 0.4mg/5mg Capsule
What to know about Tamsulosin + Tadalafil
How it Works
This unique formulation of tamsulosin and tadalafil combines two first-line treatments for BPH and ED. Tamsulosin is an Alpha Blocker that helps by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder, allowing urine to flow more freely. Tadalafil is a PDE5 that works by preventing the body from breaking down the chemicals needed for achieving an erection. This facilitates blood flow which allows you to achieve an erection with stimulation.
Who is it for?
This combination of medicine is recommended for men dealing with the symptoms of both BPH and ED. While Tamsulosin and Tadalafil are available individually, studies² have found that taking a combination of both together had greater effects, made it easier to take regularly, and lowered the chances of side effects occurring.
Effectiveness
Combination therapy³ has been shown to have an improvement in symptoms over treatment with just one type of therapy alone.
- NIH National Library of Medicine, Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) Secondary to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) and LUTS/BPH with Erectile Dysfunction in Asian Men: A Systematic Review Focusing on Tadalafil
- NIH National Library of Medicine, Efficacy and Safety of a Fixed-Dose Combination Therapy of Tamsulosin and Tadalafil for Patients With Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms and Erectile Dysfunction: Results of a Randomized, Double-Blinded, Active-Controlled Trial
- UroToday-GU Oncology Today, Tadalafil Alone or in Combination with Tamsulosin for the Management for LUTS/BPH and ED – Beyond the Abstract
Tamsulosin + Tadalafil Side Effects
- Facial flushing
- Nasal congestion
- Heartburn
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Drowsiness
- Sinus congestion
- Difficulty ejaculating
Talk with your physician before taking tadalafil or other PDE5 inhibitors if you take alpha-blocker medications for high blood pressure or if you have any of the following conditions:
- Low blood pressure
- Uncontrolled hypertension
- Cardiac failure
- Angina
Good to know
Tamsulosin can commonly cause dizziness, so until you know the effects it has, patients should refrain from driving or operating heavy machinery after taking the medication. This medication may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up, which can lead to increased fall risk.
DO NOT take this or any medication containing tadalafil or other PDE5 inhibitors if you take nitrate medications for cardiac conditions.
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Other medications and products used to treat BPH + Erectile Dysfunction.
Finasteride + Tadalafil
A combination medication for men dealing with the symptoms of BPH and ED. Works by helping to reduce the size of the prostate. This is a unique medication exclusively available to menMD members.
Tamsulosin
Tamsulosin contains the same active ingredient found in Flomax®. Requires a prescription and is available in .4mg capsules.
Finasteride
Finasteride is the same active ingredient as Proscar® and Proscar and is used to treat hair loss or BPH in men.
Tadalafil
Same active ingredient found in Cialis. Taken one hour prior to sexual activity. Effective for up to 36 hours.
Available in 5mg and 20mg tablets or lozenges, prescription required.
