Study Links Tadalafil Use to Increased Glaucoma Risk

Study Links Tadalafil Use to Increased Glaucoma Risk

A Taiwanese research team reported that long-term use of the erectile-dysfunction drug tadalafil is associated with a higher risk of glaucoma and elevated eye pressure, according to Yahoo Health. Earlier coverage by FOX 13 Tampa Bay conveyed the same conclusion, noting the analysis involved nearly 74,000 men.

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August 24, 2026
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Study Finds Tadalafil Use Linked to Higher Risk of Glaucoma
Study Finds Tadalafil Use Linked to Higher Risk of Glaucoma

FOX 13 Tampa Bay • 24 Aug 18:06

Research involving nearly 74,000 men suggests that long-term use of the erectile dysfunction drug tadalafil may increase the likelihood of developing glaucoma and elevated eye pressure.

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August 23, 2026
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Study Finds Tadalafil Use Linked to Higher Risk of Glaucoma
Study Finds Tadalafil Use Linked to Higher Risk of Glaucoma

Fox News • 23 Aug 21:19

Research analyzing health records of nearly 74,000 men suggests that long-term use of tadalafil is associated with a 22% increase in glaucoma risk.

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Study Finds Tadalafil Use Linked to Higher Risk of Glaucoma
Study Finds Tadalafil Use Linked to Higher Risk of Glaucoma

Yahoo Health • 23 Aug 21:19

Research involving nearly 74,000 men suggests that long-term use of the erectile dysfunction drug tadalafil may increase the likelihood of developing glaucoma and elevated eye pressure.

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August 19, 2026
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Study Finds Tadalafil Use Linked to Higher Glaucoma Risk
Study Finds Tadalafil Use Linked to Higher Glaucoma Risk

Gizmodo • 19 Aug 16:15

Research using Taiwanese medical records indicates that men taking tadalafil have a modestly increased chance of developing glaucoma over five years, prompting calls for ophthalmic monitoring.

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August 18, 2026
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Study Links Tadalafil Use to Higher Risk of Glaucoma
Study Links Tadalafil Use to Higher Risk of Glaucoma

New York Post • 18 Aug 17:37

Researchers in Taiwan found that men taking tadalafil, a drug used for erectile dysfunction and urinary symptoms, had a modestly increased likelihood of developing glaucoma and ocular hypertension.

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