Compounded Tadalafil Troche
These troches, however, are only available from compounding pharmacies and cannot be traditionally prescribed.
Compounding pharmacies are able to customize different aspects of the troche including:
- Flavor
- Dosage Size
- Ingredients
What is a Troche?
Troches are a form of medicine taken sublingually. They are similar to hard candy in shape and size.
Troches are generally great for clients who have trouble swallowing medications. Since troches dissolve in the mouth, it directly to the bloodstream through the blood vessels under our tongues and in our cheeks. This form of administration generally provides greater bioavailability by avoiding the digestive system and any filtration from the liver.
Like any other medication, troches contain the main active ingredient needed to treat the specified illness.
How Does Tadalafil Work?
Tadalafil is a phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitor. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the lungs in order to increase blood flow.
With increased blood flow in the body, the penis is able to more easily receive blood to develop an erection during sexual stimulation. It also is able to alleviate symptoms from an enlarged prostate such as difficulty urinating or frequent bathroom trips.
Tadalafil does not cure erectile dysfunction but instead temporarily makes it easier to develop an erection for the user.
Sildenafil is another drug similar to tadalafil that helps with erectile dysfunction.
Efficacy of Tadalafil Troche
Typically, the troche will take 30 to 60 minutes to work. Once the effect is in place, the user will be able to develop an erection after engaging in sexual activity.
Tadalafil only needs to be taken once a day as long as it is at least 30 minutes before any sexual activity.
Tadalafil is generally very well tolerated. Most men won’t experience side effects, but some may experience:
- Muscle aches
- Flushing in face
- Pain in arms and legs
- Indigestion
How to Store Tadalafil Troche
It is important to store troches in a dry and cool place preferably at room temperature. It is not necessary to refrigerate troches unless otherwise specified by your pharmacist.
Troches may melt if they are exposed to heat or direct sunlight. They can be stored in a cabinet away from moisture.
Comparing Tadalafil Troches to Cialis
- More customizable – Cialis tablets come in 4 dosage sizes (2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, and 20mg), while a compounding pharmacy can make any dosage size recommended by a doctor. This also allows for easier titration (incrementally increasing or decreasing dosage size).
- Takes effect faster – greater bioavailability will lead to faster effects. This gives greater leeway for spontaneity in sexual encounters.
- More affordable – cash pricing is available and often more affordable for the patient.
Other than that, you can expect the same level of functionality or better when compared to traditional ED tablets.
