Valenty 20 Tablet

Indications

Vardenafil is a medication that is used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED).

Pharmacology

Ardenafil is a type 5 phosphodiesterase inhibitor that targets cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) (PDE5). The relaxation of smooth muscle in the corpus cavernosum and its associated arterioles initiates penile erection, which is a hemodynamic process. Nitric oxide is released in the corpus cavernosum during sexual stimulation.

Dosage & Administration

The recommended starting dose is 10 mg once a day, taken 60 minutes before sexual activity orally. Based on efficacy and side effects, the dose may be increased to a maximum of 20 mg or decreased to 5 mg. Once per day is the maximum recommended dosing frequency. Vardenafil is a medication that can be taken with or without food.

Interaction

Vardenafil can enhance the effects of antihypertensive drugs by lowering blood pressure. Single doses of Vardenafil 20 mg reduced blood pressure by 7 mmHg systolic and 8 mmHg diastolic in clinical studies. When combined with other vasodilators, such as alpha blockers, caution is advised. Vardenafil has no effect on alcohol's hypotensive effect.

Contraindications

Vardenafil should not be taken with nitrates (either regularly or intermittently) or nitric oxide donors because Vardenafil can increase the hypotensive effect of nitrates. Patients who have shown hypersensitivity to Vardenafil or any of the ingredients in this product are also advised to avoid it.

Side Effects

Headache, flushing, stuffy or runny nose, indigestion, upset stomach, dizziness, or back pain are the most common side effects of Vardenafil.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Vardenafil is not recommended for females.

Precautions & Warnings

Because there is a degree of cardiac risk associated with sexual activity, physicians should consider their patients' cardiovascular status. Vardenafil should not be used in men who are unable to engage in sexual activity due to their underlying cardiovascular condition.

Therapeutic Class

Erectile Dysfunction Drugs

Storage Conditions

Keep the temperature below 30°C and away from light and moisture. Keep out of children's reach.

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