{"id":636770,"date":"2026-06-18T17:08:30","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T21:08:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=636770"},"modified":"2026-06-18T17:08:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T21:08:30","slug":"cialis-for-bph","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/cialis-for-bph\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Cialis treat your BPH symptoms? Here\u2019s the breakdown"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cialis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (tadalafil) is widely known for treating erectile dysfunction (ED), but it is also approved to treat an enlarged prostate, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This condition can cause urinary symptoms such as frequent urination and difficulty emptying the bladder. 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It becomes more common with age, particularly in men older than 50.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/mens-health\/the-growing-problem-of-an-enlarged-prostate-gland\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Harvard Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, around half of all men will have BPH by age 60, and up to 90% of men will have it by age 85. Not all men who have BPH will experience symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The prostate is a gland that sits below the bladder and surrounds the urethra. As it enlarges, it can press on the urethra, affecting urine flow. Common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/enlargedprostatebph.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">symptoms<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of BPH include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequent urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waking up to urinate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty beginning urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A weak or slow urine stream<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dribbling after urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incontinence<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain during urination or ejaculation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unusual urine color or odor<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, it can lead to more serious symptoms from secondary urinary retention and infection that require immediate medical attention, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inability to urinate at all<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood in urine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fever and chills with urgent and painful urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower abdomen or urinary tract pain<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"how-does-cialis-work-for-bph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How does Cialis work for BPH?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The active ingredient in Cialis is tadalafil, which is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/pde5-inhibitors\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It works by blocking the PDE5 enzyme that breaks down cGMP, a messenger molecule within numerous cells of our body, including smooth muscle cells. As cGMP levels increase, it signals the smooth muscles in our blood vessels, prostate, and bladder to relax. This reduces pressure on the urethra, improves blood flow to the area, and helps relieve BPH symptoms.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-effective-is-cialis-for-bph-symptoms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How effective is Cialis for BPH symptoms?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has shown that Cialis is an effective treatment for BPH. For example,<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/new-study-shows-cialis-significantly-improved-study-endpoints-in-men-with-both-erectile-dysfunction-and-signs-and-symptoms-of-benign-prostatic-hyperplasia-131581613.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">clinical trials<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that examined patients at 54 different urology centers found that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/tadalafil-daily\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">once-daily Cialis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> improved symptoms of both BPH and erectile dysfunction.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4054509\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other studies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reported similar findings, showing that men taking tadalafil experienced greater improvement in lower urinary tract symptoms compared to those taking a placebo.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still, Cialis is not the best choice for all BPH cases. \u201cIn my experience, it is not the most effective treatment when urinary obstruction is the main problem,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/david-shusterman-b8119022\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">David Shusterman, MD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, urologist and founder of<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/modernurologist.com\/dr-david-shusterman-md\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern Urologist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cIt may improve symptoms, but it tends to be less effective in larger prostates, especially above about 40 grams.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, Cialis may offer advantages over other treatments. \u201cWhere it really stands out is in men who also have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/erectile-dysfunction-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">erectile dysfunction<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is incredibly common in this population. Being able to address both issues with one medication is a big win,\u201d says Jason B. Carter, MD, urologist and medical adviser at<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/aeroflowurology.com\/jason-b-carter\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aeroflow Urology<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cThat said, I usually frame the benefit as meaningful but modest. It\u2019s not a \u2018night and day\u2019 drug for most of my patients, but for the right person, it can noticeably improve quality of life.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-use-cialis-for-bph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to use Cialis for BPH<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis comes in doses up to 20 mg for ED when taken as-needed, but the typical <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cialis\/dosage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">daily dose<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for BPH is 5 mg. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/medicine\/articles\/10.3389\/fmed.2021.744012\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has shown that this dose can significantly improve the BPH symptoms. People with kidney disease may require a lower dose, such as 2.5 mg, depending on the severity of their condition. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis can be taken with or without food, but it should be taken consistently to maintain steady levels in the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe biggest point I emphasize is that this is a daily medication, not something you take as needed. The standard dose is 5 mg once a day, and consistency matters,\u201d Dr. Carter says. \u201cThis is about symptom management, not a cure, and it works best when patients stick with it, and we reassess over time. And practically speaking, I remind my patients to take it at the same time each day.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always follow your healthcare provider\u2019s instructions when taking Cialis, as dosing and use may vary based on your individual condition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"side-effects-and-precautions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects and precautions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like most prescription drugs, Cialis has some potential side effects. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/cialis-side-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common side effects of Cialis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indigestion or upset stomach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stuffy nose<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flushing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limb pain<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These side effects are typically mild and temporary. However, more serious side effects can occur and require immediate medical attention, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prolonged erections<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trouble hearing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiovascular events<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low blood pressure (hypotension)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergic reactions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"who-should-not-take-cialis-for-bph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who should not take Cialis for BPH?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=ebddb745-81f9-4b25-8739-b2886032ed26\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug\u2019s label<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Cialis is contraindicated for people who are allergic to tadalafil or any other ingredients, as well as those who take nitrates or guanylate cyclase stimulators. In these cases, a healthcare provider will recommend an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/tamsulosin-alternatives\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alternative treatment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s also not recommended for people who have severe kidney or liver disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before taking Cialis, you should let your healthcare provider know if you have any of the following pre-existing conditions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mild-to-moderate kidney disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mild-to-moderate liver disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High\/low blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulmonary hypertension<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High cholesterol<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach ulcers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bleeding problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Penile deformities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood cell conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stroke<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to these medical considerations, Cialis may not be effective for everyone, particularly in more advanced cases of BPH.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIn my experience, if a patient has a very large prostate or clear obstructive issues, high residuals, retention, that kind of picture, Cialis alone is usually not going to move the needle enough,\u201d Dr. Carter says. \u201cIn those cases, relying on it can delay more effective treatment, which is something I try to avoid.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/questions\/can-women-take-cialis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis is not approved for use in women<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There\u2019s limited research on tadalafil in pregnancy or breastfeeding, but women should avoid it regardless.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"drug-interactions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drug interactions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis can interact with certain medications, so it may not be appropriate if you&#8217;re already taking others. In addition to nitrates and guanylate cyclase stimulators, possible<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/tadalafil-interactions\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis interactions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/alpha-blockers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alpha blockers<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain anti-infective medications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other PDE5 inhibitors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/hypertension-treatments-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antihypertensives<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People taking one of these drugs should consult their healthcare provider before using Cialis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People taking Cialis should avoid or minimize alcohol consumption, as both alcohol and tadalafil can lower your blood pressure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, certain foods or supplements may also interact with Cialis. For example, grapefruit or grapefruit juice can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7003282\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">slow<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> how the body breaks down the drug, while St. John\u2019s Wort may <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7056460\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">affect its metabolism<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"cialis-vs-other-bph-treatments\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis vs. other BPH treatments<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several different medications can help relieve the symptoms of BPH, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/alpha-blockers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alpha blockers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/5-alpha-reductase-inhibitors\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5- alpha reductase inhibitors (5-ARIs)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/pde5-inhibitors\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like Cialis. Based on current evidence, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auanet.org\/guidelines-and-quality\/guidelines\/benign-prostatic-hyperplasia-(bph)-guideline\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American Urological Association<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">strongly recommends combination therapy with alpha blockers and 5-ARIs for certain patients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIf the patient has mild symptoms and erectile dysfunction, Cialis can be reasonable. If I am treating BPH more directly, an alpha blocker such as Flomax is usually a better medication choice,\u201d Dr. Shusterman says.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cialis may offer a unique advantage for people with both BPH and erectile dysfunction. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7195607\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study from 2020<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> comparing tadalafil and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/tamsulosin-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tamsulosin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Flomax) found that both drugs performed similarly in treating BPH symptoms, but tadalafil was superior for men who also had erectile dysfunction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, medication alone may not be enough for everyone. \u201cMany men, especially those with larger prostates, do not get enough benefit from medication alone,\u201d Dr. Shusterman says. \u201cIn those patients, I often recommend PAE, a very minimally invasive procedure that can provide better relief with fewer side effects than many long-term medication strategies.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other surgical procedures for BPH may use scopes, lasers, or water jets to remove prostate tissue and relieve pressure on the urethra.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-cialis-right-for-you\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Cialis right for you?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have symptoms of BPH, you have several treatment options to choose from, each with its own pros and cons. Choosing the right one depends on factors like your overall health, the medications you\u2019re taking, and the severity of your symptoms. For people with BPH <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">erectile dysfunction, Cialis might be a helpful option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u201cBPH treatment isn\u2019t one-size-fits-all.\u201d Dr. Carter says. \u201cCialis is a great tool. It\u2019s one piece of a larger, very individualized strategy.\u201d A healthcare provider can evaluate your symptoms, circumstances, and overall health, and offer personalized advice on which BPH treatment is best for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"expert-takeaway\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expert takeaway<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMen are often pleasantly surprised to learn that Cialis can be used to treat both their BPH and ED symptoms, but that enthusiasm should be tempered with an understanding about commonly encountered interactions with blood pressure meds, heart disease treatments, and alpha blockers for BPH,\u201d cautions Chad Shaffer, MD, member of the SingleCare Medical Board. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cialis (tadalafil) is widely known for treating erectile dysfunction (ED), but it is also approved to treat an enlarged prostate, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). 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