vardenafil Tablets (Erectile Dysfunction, BPH)

vardenafil tablets are a medication that treats erectile dysfunction. It increases blood flow to your penis, which helps you maintain an erection. It can also treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and symptoms of an enlarged prostate. Brand names for this medication are Adcirca®, ALYQ® and levitra®.

What is this medication?

vardenafil (tah DA la fil) treats erectile dysfunction (ED). It works by increasing blood flow to the penis, which helps to maintain an erection. It may also be used to treat symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia).

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Adcirca, ALYQ, levitra

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

Anatomical deformation of the penis, Peyronie's disease, or history of priapism (painful and prolonged erection)
Bleeding disorders
Eye or vision problems, including a rare inherited eye disease called retinitis pigmentosa
Heart disease, angina, a history of heart attack, irregular heart beats, or other heart problems
High or low blood pressure
History of blood diseases, like sickle cell anemia or leukemia
History of stomach bleeding
Kidney disease
Liver disease
Stroke
An unusual or allergic reaction to vardenafil, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
Breast-feeding

How should I use this medication?

Take this medication by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. You may take this medication with or without meals. When this medication is used for erection problems, your care team may prescribe it to be taken once daily or as needed. If you are taking the medication as needed, you may be able to have sexual activity 30 minutes after taking it and for up to 36 hours after taking it. Whether you are taking the medication as needed or once daily, you should not take more than one dose per day. If you are taking this medication for symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or to treat both BPH and an erection problem, take the dose once daily at about the same time each day. Do not take your medication more often than directed.

Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you are taking this medication as needed for erection problems, this does not apply. If you miss a dose while taking this medication once daily for an erection problem, benign prostatic hyperplasia, or both, take it as soon as you remember, but do not take more than one dose per day.

What may interact with this medication?

Do not take this medication with any of the following:

Nitrates like amyl nitrite, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, nitroglycerin
Other medications for erectile dysfunction like avanafil, sildenafil, tadalafil
Other vardenafil products (Adcirca)
Riociguat

This medication may also interact with the following:

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Certain medications for the treatment of HIV infection or AIDS
Certain medications used for fungal or yeast infections, like fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, and voriconazole
Certain medications used for seizures like carbamazepine, phenytoin, and phenobarbital
Grapefruit juice
Macrolide antibiotics like clarithromycin, erythromycin, troleandomycin
Medications for prostate problems
Rifabutin, rifampin or rifapentine

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

If you notice any changes in your vision while taking this medication, call your care team as soon as possible. Stop using this medication and call your care team right away if you have a loss of sight in one or both eyes.

Contact your care team right away if the erection lasts longer than 4 hours or if it becomes painful. This may be a sign of serious problem and must be treated right away to prevent permanent damage.

If you experience symptoms of nausea, dizziness, chest pain or arm pain upon initiation of sexual activity after taking this medication, you should refrain from further activity and call your care team as soon as possible.

Do not drink alcohol to excess (examples, 5 glasses of wine or 5 shots of whiskey) when taking this medication. When taken in excess, alcohol can increase your chances of getting a headache or getting dizzy, increasing your heart rate or lowering your blood pressure.

Using this medication does not protect you or your partner against HIV infection (the virus that causes AIDS) or other sexually transmitted diseases.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Hearing loss or ringing in ears
Heart attack—pain or tightness in the chest, shoulders, arms, or jaw, nausea, shortness of breath, cold or clammy skin, feeling faint or lightheaded
Low blood pressure—dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, blurry vision
Prolonged or painful erection
Redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
Stroke—sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg, trouble speaking, confusion, trouble walking, loss of balance or coordination, dizziness, severe headache, change in vision
Sudden vision loss in one or both eyes

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medication?

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Note: Introduction and Frequently Asked Questions written and medically approved by Cleveland Clinic professionals.

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Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

vardenafil Tablets (Erectile Dysfunction, BPH)

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Adcirca, ALYQ, levitra

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If you are taking this medication as needed for erection problems, this does not apply.

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