How to take ADCIRCA
ADCIRCA is a prescription medication used to treat pulmonary arterial
hypertension (PAH) (WHO Group 1) to improve exercise ability. Studies
establishing effectiveness included predominately patients with
NYHA Functional Class II–III symptoms
and etiologies of idiopathic PAH (PAH of an unknown cause) or heritable
PAH (a family history of PAH) (61%) or PAH associated with connective
tissue diseases (23%).
Take ADCIRCA exactly as directed by your healthcare provider
- The dose for most patients is 40 mg, consisting of two 20-mg tablets taken once-daily
- Take two 20-mg tablets of ADCIRCA at the same time once-daily
- ADCIRCA can be taken with or without food
- Do not bite, chew, or cut ADCIRCA tablets
- Do not change your dose or stop taking ADCIRCA without speaking to your healthcare provider
- If you require treatment with both ADCIRCA and ritonavir (Norvir®), your dose of ADCIRCA will need to be adjusted
- Inform your healthcare provider if you have kidney or liver problems before taking ADCIRCA, as your dose of ADCIRCA may need to be adjusted
Your healthcare provider will determine if ADCIRCA is right for you. Do not take ADCIRCA if you:
- Take any medicines called nitrates
- Take any medicine called guanylate cyclase stimulators
- Use recreational drugs called “poppers” like amyl nitrate, butyl nitrate, or butyl nitrite
- Are allergic to tadalafil or any other ingredient in ADCIRCA. Click here to see the ingredients of ADCIRCA
Where can I get ADCIRCA?
ADCIRCA is available nationwide through retail and specialty pharmacies, including the specialty pharmacies listed below (listed alphabetically)*:
- Accredo®
- CVS Specialty®
*This is not an endorsement of any pharmacy or the quality of support it may provide.
Important Safety Considerations for ADCIRCA® (tadalafil)
- You should discuss all of your medical conditions and all medications with your healthcare provider before starting ADCIRCA
- Do not take ADCIRCA if you take any medications that contain nitrates (often used for chest pain) or guanylate cyclase stimulators, as the combination could cause a sudden, unsafe drop in blood pressure
- Do not take ADCIRCA if you are allergic to tadalafil or any other ingredient in ADCIRCA
- ADCIRCA is a type of medication called a phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitor (PDE-5i) that can cause blood vessels to widen, which may result in a decrease in blood pressure. If you have heart-disease or any problems with low blood pressure, tell your healthcare provider before taking ADCIRCA, as these conditions may be affected by the action of ADCIRCA
- Talk with your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or if you are breastfeeding or plan to breast feed.
- If you have ever had blockage in the veins of your lungs, known as pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD), ADCIRCA is not recommended for you
- Taking ADCIRCA with alcohol, or blood pressure medications, such as alpha-blockers, may lower blood pressure and cause hypotension (light-headedness or fainting)
- Do not take ADCIRCA if you are taking rifampin (an antibiotic for certain bacterial infections), or antifungal medications, such as ketoconazole and itraconazole. If you require treatment with both ADCIRCA and ritonavir (Norvir®) at the same time, your dose of ADCIRCA will need to be adjusted. Inform your healthcare provider if you have kidney or liver problems before taking ADCIRCA
- ADCIRCA contains the same ingredient (tadalafil) as Cialis®, which is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED, impotence) and the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, enlarged prostate). If you are taking ADCIRCA, do not take Cialis or other PDE-5is
- In rare cases, patients reported side effects such as decreased eyesight or loss of vision in one or both eyes (NAION), or sudden decrease or loss of hearing, sometimes with ringing in the ears and dizziness. If you experience any of these side effects after taking ADCIRCA, seek medical attention right away
- In rare cases, men taking PDE-5is (including tadalafil) for erectile dysfunction reported side effects such as an erection lasting more than four hours. If you experience a prolonged erection, seek medical attention right away
- The most common side effects of ADCIRCA are headache, muscle pain, getting red or hot in the face (flushing), nausea, pain in the arms, legs or back, upset stomach, stuffy or congested nose
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For more information about ADCIRCA, please see the
Full Prescribing Information
and
Patient Information
or call 1-800-545-5979.
Call your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report negative side effects to the FDA at www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.