More Information About - Vardamate 20mg tab - 20mg
Description
Generic Name
Vardenafil
Precaution
Anatomical deformation of the penis; predisposition to priapism e.g. sickle cell anaemia, multiple myeloma, or leukaemia; bleeding disorders or active peptic ulceration; left ventricular outflow obstruction; elderly (? 65 yr).
Discontinue and seek medical advice if there is sudden vision loss or decreased vision in one or both eyes or tinnitus, dizziness or sudden loss or decrease in hearing, while taking vardenafil. May cause dizziness or abnormal vision so avoid driving or operating machinery until effects of vardenafil is known. Seek immediate medical advice if erection last > 4 hr.
Indication
Erectile dysfunction
Contra Indication
Known prolongation of QT interval (congenital or acquired); men for whom sexual intercourse is inadvisable due to CV risk factors; hypotension (systolic <90 mm Hg); hypertension (systolic >170 mm Hg or diastolic >110 mm Hg); recent stroke or MI (within last 6 mth); unstable angina; severe heart failure; end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis; severe hepatic impairment; known degenerative retinal disorders e.g. retinitis pigmentosa. Women, child.
Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.
Mode of Action
Vardenafil is a phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitor. It manages erectile dysfunction by increasing the amounts of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP).
Interaction
May enhance hypotensive effect of ?-blockers. Increased serum concentration with guanylate cyclase stimulators (e.g. riociguat), potent CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. ketoconazole) and moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. clarithromycin), HIV protease inhibitors (e.g. ritonavir).
May prolong Qt interval with class IA (e.g. quinidine, procainamide) or class III (e.g. amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmics.
Potentially Fatal: Enhanced hypotensive effect with any form of organic nitrates/nitrites, guanylate cyclase stimulators (e.g. riociguat).
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy category: B
Lactation: Unknown whether drug is distributed into breast milk; indicated for males
Adult Dose
Oral
Erectile dysfunction
Adult: Usual dose: 10 mg as needed; may adjust according to effectiveness and tolerance(range: 5-20 mg).
Dose is taken 1hr before sexual intercourse.
Max dosing frequency: 1 dose/day
Hepatic impairment
Child-Pugh class A: Dosage adjustment not necessary
Child-Pugh class B: Film-coated tablet, 5 mg PO ~1 hour before sexual activity; not to exceed 10 mg once daily; ODT not recommended
Child-Pugh class C: Not recommended
Child Dose
N/A
Renal Dose
Renal impairment
Mild, moderate, severe impairment: Dosage adjustment not necessary
Hemodialysis: Not recommended
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
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