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Tornado Tablet 10mg (Tadalafil)

Tornado Tablet 10mg (Tadalafil)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Tadalafil›10mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Ildong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Yellow oblong film-coated tablets
Packaging
4 tablets/box [(2 tablets/PTP*2)]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201501126 · Approved 2015.03.05

Summary

Main use
Treatment of erectile dysfunction
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Use in adult men The recommended dose of this medicine is 10mg, taken with or without food before anticipated sexual activity. For patients in whom tadalafil 10mg does not provide an adequate effect, 20 mg may be tried. This medicine may be administered at least 30 minutes before sexual activity. The maximum recommended dosing frequency is once daily. Long-term safety following prolonged daily dosing has not been established, and because the effect of this medicine usually lasts for more than one day, continuous daily administration of this medicine is strongly discouraged. [See Section 1. Warnings and Section 11.1) Pharmacodynamic properties] Use in elderly men No dosage adjustments are required in elderly patients. Use in men with renal impairment No dosage adjustment is required in patients with mild to moderate renal impairment. The maximum recommended dose in patients with severe renal impairment is 10mg. [See Section 11.2) Pharmacokinetic properties]. Use in men with hepatic impairment The recommended dose of this medicine is 10mg, taken with or without food before anticipated sexual activity. Since clinical data on the safety of this medicine in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class C) are limited, the physician should carefully assess the individual benefit/risk when prescribing it. There are no data on administering doses higher than 10mg to patients with hepatic impairment. [See Section 3. Use with caution in the following patients and Section 11.2) Pharmacokinetic properties]. Use in men with diabetes No dosage adjustment is required in patients with diabetes.
Child dose
Under 18 years of age: This medicine should not be used in persons under 18 years of age.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Ildong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of erectile dysfunction

  • Erectile dysfunction
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This medication is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Sexual stimulation is required for the effect to occur, and it is not suitable for women. It primarily helps improve erectile function in men.

How to take

Adult dose

Use in adult men The recommended dose of this medicine is 10mg, taken with or without food before anticipated sexual activity. For patients in whom tadalafil 10mg does not provide an adequate effect, 20 mg may be tried. This medicine may be administered at least 30 minutes before sexual activity. The maximum recommended dosing frequency is once daily. Long-term safety following prolonged daily dosing has not been established, and because the effect of this medicine usually lasts for more than one day, continuous daily administration of this medicine is strongly discouraged. [See Section 1. Warnings and Section 11.1) Pharmacodynamic properties] Use in elderly men No dosage adjustments are required in elderly patients. Use in men with renal impairment No dosage adjustment is required in patients with mild to moderate renal impairment. The maximum recommended dose in patients with severe renal impairment is 10mg. [See Section 11.2) Pharmacokinetic properties]. Use in men with hepatic impairment The recommended dose of this medicine is 10mg, taken with or without food before anticipated sexual activity. Since clinical data on the safety of this medicine in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh Class C) are limited, the physician should carefully assess the individual benefit/risk when prescribing it. There are no data on administering doses higher than 10mg to patients with hepatic impairment. [See Section 3. Use with caution in the following patients and Section 11.2) Pharmacokinetic properties]. Use in men with diabetes No dosage adjustment is required in patients with diabetes.

Child dose

Under 18 years of age: This medicine should not be used in persons under 18 years of age.

Precautions

This medication is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, and before taking it, the underlying cause must be confirmed through a doctor's diagnosis and physical examination. Sexual activity may put a strain on the heart; therefore, patients with cardiovascular diseases should exercise caution, and if heart-related symptoms occur during or after sexual activity, they should immediately stop and consult a doctor. If an erection lasts longer than 4 hours after taking this medication, immediate medical assistance should be sought, as failure to treat it may lead to penile tissue damage or permanent loss of erectile function. Patients taking nitrate compounds or NO donors must not use this medication, as it can dangerously lower blood pressure. Patients who have recently experienced cardiovascular diseases such as myocardial infarction, angina, heart failure, or stroke should not use this medication, nor should those with unstable cardiovascular conditions. Patients with genetic retinal diseases or allergies to this medication or its ingredients should also not use it. Taking this medication in conjunction with other erectile dysfunction treatments is not recommended, as safety and efficacy have not been established. Patients with severely impaired kidney or liver function need to be cautious when using this medication, and special care should be taken when combined with certain antihypertensive medications, as it may cause further blood pressure reduction. It is advisable to limit alcohol intake while taking this medication, and if sudden hearing loss or visual disturbances occur, the medication should be stopped immediately and a doctor consulted. Some patients may experience side effects such as headaches, dyspepsia, back pain, muscle pain, congestion, flushing, limb pain, nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory infections, cough, diarrhea, gastroesophageal reflux disease, abdominal pain, dizziness, facial swelling, itching, abnormal sensations, drowsiness, lightheadedness, chest pain, nausea, vomiting, insomnia, reduced hemoglobin, sleep disorders, reduced platelets, increased blood urea nitrogen, increased SGPT, increased SGOT, increased hemoglobin, eye pain, and eye issues. This medication is not used in children, women, or pregnant individuals, and caution is required when driving or operating machinery before and after taking it. In case of overdose, appropriate treatment should be sought in a hospital, as this medication cannot be removed by hemodialysis. When storing, keep it out of the reach of children and store it in the original packaging.

Side effects

  • Priapism
  • headache
  • dyspepsia
  • low back pain
  • muscle pain
  • congestion
  • flushing
  • limb pain
  • nasopharyngitis
  • upper respiratory infection
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  • cough
  • diarrhea
  • urinary tract infection
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • abdominal pain
  • hypertension
  • dizziness
  • urticaria
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • exfoliative dermatitis
  • migraine
  • seizures
  • transient global amnesia
  • visual field loss
  • retinal vein occlusion
  • retinal artery occlusion
  • vision loss
  • hearing loss or reduction
  • tinnitus
  • angioedema
  • myocardial infarction
  • sudden cardiac death
  • stroke
  • chest pain
  • palpitations
  • ventricular arrhythmias
  • tachycardia
  • increased blood urea nitrogen
  • conjunctival injection
  • increased SGPT
  • chest pressure sensation
  • vomiting
  • nausea
  • increased alkaline phosphatase
  • fatigue
  • neck stiffness
  • urethral pain
  • kidney pain
  • dry mouth
  • heartburn
  • gastrointestinal disorders
  • drowsiness
  • leukocytosis
  • thrombocytopenia
  • anxiety
  • sleep disorders
  • hypochromia
  • eye pain
  • chest pain
  • arthralgia
  • hyperventilation
  • eye hemorrhage
  • eyelid swelling
  • conjunctival hemorrhage
  • dry eye syndrome
  • abdominal cramps
  • increased bilirubin
  • ejaculation disorders
  • pain in external genitalia
  • erythema
  • itching
  • penile disorders
  • hyperchromia
  • chills
  • skeletal pain

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is advisable to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will maintain the drug's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

4 tablets/box [(2 tablets/PTP*2)]

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