What each one is for, how to take it, side effects and warnings, side by side from the official labels.
| Sildenafil | Tadalafil | |
|---|---|---|
| Used for | Sildenafil citrate is indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Sildenafil citrate is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) ( 1 ) | Tadalafil is a phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitor indicated for the treatment of: erectile dysfunction (ED) ( 1.1 ) the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) ( 1.2 ) ED and the signs and symptoms of BPH (ED/BPH) ( 1.3 ) If tadalafil is use… |
| Children | ||
| Prescription (U.S.) | Yes | Yes |
| Common side effects | The following are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Cardiovascular [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ) ] Prolonged Erection and Priapism [ see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) ] Effects on the Eye [ se… | Most common adverse reactions (≥2%) include headache, dyspepsia, back pain, myalgia, nasal congestion, flushing, and pain in limb ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact VKT Pharma Pvt. Ltd at 1 844-387-1231 or FDA… |
| Pregnancy | 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Sildenafil tablets are not indicated for use in females. There are no data with the use of sildenafil citrate in pregnant women to inform any drug-associated risks for adver… | 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Tadalafil tablets are not indicated for use in females. There are no data with the use of tadalafil tablets in pregnant women to inform any drug-associated risks for adverse… |
From the official U.S. labels. Brands and strengths differ between countries.
Neither official label mentions the other. That does not prove they are safe together: ask a pharmacist, and use the free interaction checker.
Check them togetherSildenafil is a medicine and Tadalafil is a medicine. Sildenafil is used for: Sildenafil citrate is indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Sildenafil citrate is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) ( 1 ) Tadalafil is used for: Tadalafil is a phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitor indicated for the treatment of: erectile dysfunction (ED) ( 1.1 ) the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) ( 1.2 ) ED and the signs and symptoms of BPH (ED/BPH) ( 1.3 ) If tadalafil is use…
Neither official label mentions the other. That does not prove they are safe together: ask a pharmacist, and use the free interaction checker.
It depends on what you are treating, your health and other medicines. Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you which one suits you; this page shows what each official label says.