Friday, July 1, 2011

Megalis Tablets | Generic Cialis | Dosage | Uses | Side effects

Megalis Tablets (Generic Cialis)- Active Ingredient And Chemical structure

The active ingredient contained in Megalis Tablets is Tadalafil . The structure is shown below

Structure Of  Tadalafil


Generic Forms and Brand names of Tadalafil Tablets

Megalis Tablets manufactured by Macleods Pharmaceuticals, India is an effective treatment for erectile dysfunction. Generic Cialis which has the active ingredient Tadalafil is also sold as Tadacip manufactured by Cipla Ltd, India and under various other brand names.


Megalis Tablets - Preparations

Megalis Tablets is available as tablets of 10 mg and 20 mg .


Megalis Tablets - Storage Requirements

Megalis Tablets are to be stored at room temperature (15°C to 30°C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Store this medicine out of the reach of children and pets.


Megalis Tablets - Uses

Generic Cialis in the form of Megalis Tablets is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.


Megalis Tablets - Dosage

The recommended starting dose of Megalis Tablets (Generic Cialis) is is 10 mg, taken prior to anticipated sexual activity. It is to be used as and when required with or without food. The dose may be increased to 20 mg based on individual efficacy and tolerability. The maximum dosing frequency is once per day.


Megalis Tablets - Contraindications

Using Megalis Tablets to treat patients who are using any form of organic nitrate, either regularly and/or intermittently, is contraindicated. Generic Cialis (Megalis) is also contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to tadalafil. Treatments for erectile dysfunction, including Megalis, should not be used in men for whom sexual activity is not advisable because of their cardiovascular status.


Precautions And Warnings When Using Megalis Tablets

Patients should seek emergency treatment if an erection lasts for more than 4 hours. Megalis Tablets have to be used with caution in patients predisposed to priapism.


Side Effects Of Megalis Tablets

The most common side effects of Megalis Tablets are Headache, Dyspepsia, Back pain, Myalgia, Nasal congestion , Flushing and Pain in limb.


Further Information

Prescribing Information