A 55-year-old man with diabetes mellitus has developed erectile dysfunction. The physician has ordered tadalafil (Cialis) to be taken 1 hour before sexual intercourse
The nurse instructing the patient on the use of this medication reviews his medical history. Which of the following disorders will contraindicate the use of tadalafil (Cialis) and sildenafil (Viagra)?
A) Cataracts
B) Retinopathy
C) Hypotension
D) Lung cancer
Ans: B
Feedback: Patients with cataracts, hypotension, or lung cancer will be allowed to take tadalafil (Cialis) and sildenafil (Viagra) if needed. However, tadalafil (Cialis) and sildenafil (Viagra) are contraindicated with diabetic retinopathy.
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