Arjun Das Arjun Das Asked 4 months ago

Does tadalafil cause weight gain?

My doctor prescribed Tadalafil a few months back. It's been working, but I feel like I've gained a couple of kilos. Is there any chance that Tadalafil causes weight gain?

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Shreya Ghoshal Shreya Ghoshal Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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I totally get it, suddenly seeing the scale go up is so frustrating and stressful. But honestly, tadalafil doesn't cause weight gain or fat accumulation. It could just be minor water retention or maybe some changes in your routine, so don't be too hard on yourself.

Ramesh Chawla Ramesh Chawla Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

I used to worry about weight fluctuations a lot and tried drinking warm lemon water and methi dana empty stomach. For me, these natural habits helped maintain weight regardless of any temporary medicine. This tablet won't directly make you gain weight, but keeping a active lifestyle always helps.

Venkat Subramanian Venkat Subramanian Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Please monitor your body closely. If you are experiencing sudden weight gain along with any swelling in your ankles or breathlessness, it can be a sign of a cardiovascular issue or fluid retention. Do not ignore this and consult your doctor immediately to rule out any serious complications.

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Siddharth Deshmukh Siddharth Deshmukh Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

I've been on a low dose of tadalafil for about three months now. Personally, I haven't noticed any change in my weight or appetite. My weight has stayed exactly the same, but everyone's body reacts differently.

Aman Preet Aman Preet Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Even I was searching about this on various medical forums last week out of pure curiosity. From what I read, none of the studies show weight gain as a side effect. It actually has no impact on metabolism, so that is a relief.

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Ramu Prasad Ramu Prasad Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Bhaiya, is goli se sharir bhari nahi hota hai. Humare chacha ne bhi khayi thi par unka vajan waisa ka waisa hi tha. Khane peene mein thoda parhej rakho aur subah ghoomne jaya karo, sab badhiya rahega.

Meera Sen Meera Sen Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Listen, don't stress over this. Tadalafil does not have any hormonal effects that would trigger weight gain. If you are feeling slightly bloated, it is probably just temporary water weight. Just drink plenty of water and don't skip your regular meals.

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