Vardenafil 40mg Tablets

Product Introduction

Vardenafil 40mg is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor formulation for erectile dysfunction in adult men. It supports an erection in response to sexual stimulation rather than increasing sexual desire.

How to use

Standard immediate-release vardenafil tablets are taken about one hour before sexual activity, with or without food, no more than once daily. A high-fat meal can delay the onset of effect. The usual starting dose is 10mg, with a maximum recommended dose of 20mg; lower limits apply with some interacting medicines or liver impairment. The listed 40mg strength exceeds that maximum and must not be taken as a routine single dose.

How it works

Vardenafil blocks PDE5, slowing the breakdown of cGMP in penile tissue. During sexual stimulation, this strengthens nitric-oxide-mediated smooth-muscle relaxation and increases blood flow to support an erection.

Side effects

Headache, flushing, nasal congestion, indigestion, nausea or dizziness can occur. An erection lasting more than four hours, sudden loss of vision or hearing, fainting or chest pain needs urgent medical attention.

Important information

Do not combine vardenafil with nitrates, nitric-oxide donors or riociguat because blood pressure can fall dangerously. Tell your doctor about heart disease, stroke, low blood pressure, liver disease, dialysis, long-QT syndrome, alpha blockers and CYP3A4-inhibiting medicines. Avoid it with congenital long-QT syndrome or class IA/III antiarrhythmics such as quinidine, amiodarone or sotalol. Do not combine it with other erectile-dysfunction treatments.