General English name: Avanafil
Brand: Spedra
Application: Erectile dysfunction in men
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Avanafil Drug Information
Medication Information: Erectile dysfunction (sometimes called impotence) means that you can not maintain a proper erection. There are several causes for this problem, one of which is narrowing of the arteries, which prevents blood from reaching the penis.
Avanafil works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body called type 5 phosphodiesterase. As a result, the blood vessels dilate and after sexual arousal, blood flow to the penis improves.
Avanafil is prescribed only for men with erectile dysfunction due to a specific disease, and you can buy Avanafil only with a prescription.
Contraindications to the use of Avanafil
Pay attention to the expiration date of the medicine and do not take it if the medicine in your hand has expired.
Never give the medicine to anyone else, even if you have the same symptoms.
Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor, because you will have low blood sugar.
Check for drug interactions and be sure to tell your doctor what other medications you are taking.
Drug Interaction of Avanafil
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter medicines and herbal products) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Drug that may interact with avanafil: riociguat.
Avanafil, when taken with nitrates, can cause a drop in blood pressure, which can lead to dizziness, fainting, and rarely a heart attack or stroke. Do not use Avanafil with the following medicines: Chest pain / angina medicines (nitrates such as nitroglycerin, isosorbide) and medicines containing amyl or butyl nitrite.
If you are taking alpha-blockers (such as doxazosin, tamsulosin) to treat an enlarged prostate or high blood pressure, your blood pressure may be too low, which can lead to dizziness or fainting. Your doctor may start treatment with a lower dose of avanafil to minimize the risk of developing low blood pressure.
Drugs that can affect the removal of avanafil from the body and how it works include: Azole antifungals (such as itraconazole), ketoconazole (ketoconazole), cobicistat (cobicistat), macrolithomic antibiotics such as clarithromycin (Clarithromycin) (erythromycin), HIV protease inhibitors (such as indinavir), ritonavir (ritonavir), hepatitis C virus protease inhibitors (such as boceprevir), telaprevir, nefazodone (rifampone).
Avanafil should not be used with any other medicine containing avanafil or other similar medicines to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary hypertension (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil).
Tips to consider before taking Avanafil
Some medications can not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed. Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking avanafil:
- If you have any disease, injury or deformity of the penis.
- If you have cardiovascular disease or an irregular heartbeat.
- If you have an eye disease that has caused you to lose your sight.
- If you have high or low blood pressure or angina.
- If you have any liver or kidney problems.
- If you have a history of stroke or heart attack.
- If you have a disease that causes bleeding, such as a stomach ulcer.
- If you have sickle cell disease.
- If you have bone marrow cancer or leukemia.
- If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor’s prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to another medicine.
Possible side effects of Avanafil
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away shortly after taking the medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the doctor should be informed:
Common side effects: headache, nasal congestion
Important Note: See your doctor right away if you have an erection that lasts more than four hours, or if you experience chest pain or sudden loss of vision or hearing.
Talk to your doctor if you experience any symptoms that you feel may be due to avanafil.
How to store Avanafil
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.