Varda 20 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 58.00 (1 x 4: ৳ 232.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 232.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Vardenafil |
| Company | Benham pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treats erectile dysfunction (ED)
Pharmacology
- Selective inhibitor of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) specific phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5)
- Initiates penile erection by relaxing smooth muscle in the corpus cavernosum
- Increases synthesis of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) in the smooth muscle cells
- Enhances erectile function by increasing the amount of cGMP
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended starting dose: 10 mg once daily
- Dose may be increased to a maximum of 20 mg or decreased to 5 mg based on efficacy and side effects
- Maximum recommended dosing frequency is once per day
- Can be taken with or without food
- Considerations for geriatrics, renal impaired patients, and hepatic impaired patients
Interaction
- Potentiates the blood pressure lowering effect of antihypertensive agents
- Caution when co-administered with other vasodilators including alpha blockers
- Does not potentiate the hypotensive effect of alcohol
- CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce excretion from body
Contraindications
- Not to be administered with nitrates or nitric oxide donors
- Contraindicated for patients with hypersensitivity to Vardenafil or any ingredients of the product
Side Effects
- Common side effects include headache, flushing, stuffy or runny nose, indigestion, upset stomach, dizziness, or back pain
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not indicated for women
Precautions & Warnings
- Physicians should consider the cardiovascular status of their patients
- Degree of cardiac risk associated with sexual activity should be considered
Overdose Effects
- The maximum dose for which human data are available is a single 120 mg
- Majority of subjects experienced blurred vision and back pain
- In cases of overdose, contact a doctor immediately
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Erectile Dysfunction
Storage Conditions
- Store at room temperature and protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children