Erotid 20mg Tablet 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, Erotid 20mg Tablet 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.

Erotid 20mg Tablet 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. Erotid 20mg Tablet relaxes the bladder and prostate muscles, thereby reducing enlarged prostate symptoms such as difficulty in urination and urgent need to urinate. Erotid 20mg Tablet 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 Erotid 20mg Tablet 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 Erotid 20mg Tablet 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. Erotid 20mg Tablet is not intended for use in women. Erotid 20mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. Erotid 20mg Tablet 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.

Erotid 20mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE 5) inhibitors. Erotid 20mg Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Sometimes, Erotid 20mg Tablet is also used to treat pulmonary arterial  hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs). Erotid 20mg Tablet 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. Erotid 20mg Tablet relaxes the bladder and prostate muscles, thereby reducing enlarged prostate symptoms such as difficulty in urination and urgent need to urinate. Erotid 20mg Tablet 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.

Do not take Erotid 20mg Tablet 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 Erotid 20mg Tablet. Erotid 20mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. Erotid 20mg Tablet should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

• Take Erotid 20mg Tablet 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual intercourse. However, it is best to take it an hour before sexual activity.
• Do not take Erotid 20mg Tablet more than once a day. Take Erotid 20mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor.
• Talk to your doctor if the erection persists for greater than four hours.