tadafil and AF : I’m slightly hesitant... - Atrial Fibrillati...

Atrial Fibrillation Support

32,851 members39,206 posts

tadafil and AF

OscarN profile image
12 Replies

I’m slightly hesitant to ask this question but has anyone been advised not to take this kind of drug? The guidance on the packaging is ambiguous so was wondering if anyone had bad experience or is there nothing to worry about. I’m in NSR at the moment and reasonably fit. Any feedback most welcome. Thank you.

Written by
OscarN profile image
OscarN
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
12 Replies
mjames1 profile image
mjames1

I think that would be an excellent question for your EP, who knows both the condition of your heart and your AF burden. Both of which, from a quick online search, should factor into that decision.

Jim

OscarN profile image
OscarN in reply tomjames1

thanks

Ppiman profile image
Ppiman

Tadalafil in the UK is, I think, prescription only, so your GP will have considered this before prescribing. I think the root cause of AF is rarely known and likely multi-factorial such that only your own doctor can give worthwhile advice. I suspect it might decrease blood pressure, which is likely a very helpful thing in many people.

Steve

OscarN profile image
OscarN in reply toPpiman

thanks

Omniscient1 profile image
Omniscient1

Although actually you can get it off prescription from a pharmacy, however, if your GP prescribed it they'll check into your past history. But to answer your question - no.Happy to discuss via chat. There's also a Men's Health forum on HU which you might find useful.

OscarN profile image
OscarN in reply toOmniscient1

thanks

ochinee profile image
ochinee

I've been taking 5mg of Tadalafil for 12 years (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Also taking Sotalol and Lisinopril and the cardiologists didn't seem concerned about any interactions.

Drugs.com info on Tadalafil here... drugs.com/tadalafil.html.

drugs.com/medical-answers/c...

OscarN profile image
OscarN in reply toochinee

thanks

OscarN profile image
OscarN in reply toochinee

thanks

Bikedennis profile image
Bikedennis

I take 5mg daily for bph. No issues.

OscarN profile image
OscarN in reply toBikedennis

thanks

OscarN profile image
OscarN in reply toBikedennis

thanks

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Working and AF

Has anyone had to give up work as result of AF? I’ve been off work for over 3 months following...
Bailey2004 profile image

AF and posture

Hi everyone, I wondered if anyone could help with this. I have had two fairly bad episodes of AF,...
Finnart profile image

Ketogenic diet and AF

Hi guys. I used to eat a ketogenic diet for around 2 years (preAF)and am thinking of trying it...
Equish profile image

AF and Covid vaccines

I haven’t had a Covid booster since November 2021 (I missed the second booster last November...

Covid and AF

I tested positive with Covid on Saturday and feeling ill. I’ve had AFfor 8 years but luckily only...
Janna501 profile image

Moderation team

See all
Kelley-Admin profile image
Kelley-AdminAdministrator
Emily-Admin profile image
Emily-AdminAdministrator
jess-admin profile image
jess-adminAdministrator

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.