Author: Dr. Hashmi
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: Less common Arm, back, or jaw pain blindness blurred vision chest pain or discomfort chest tightness or heaviness chills cold sweats confusion decreased vision difficult or labored breathing difficulty with swallowing dizziness dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position eye pain fainting fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse headache…
Do not take vardenafil with similar medications such as sildenafil (Viagra) or tadalafil (Cialis). Before taking vardenafil, tell your doctor about all other medications you use for erectile dysfunction, or if you are using any of the following medications: conivaptan (Vaprisol); imatinib (Gleevec); isoniazid (for treating tuberculosis); an antidepressant such as nefazodone; an antibiotic such as clarithromycin (Biaxin), dalfopristin/quinupristin (Synercid), erythromycin (E.E.S., EryPed, Ery-Tab, Erythrocin, Pediazole), or telithromycin (Ketek); antifungal medication such as itraconazole (Sporanox), ketoconazole (Nizoral), miconazole (Oravig), or voriconazole (Vfend); drugs to treat high blood pressure or a prostate disorder, such as alfuzosin (Uroxatral), doxazosin (Cardura), prazosin (Minipress),…
Do not take vardenafil if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems. This includes nitroglycerin (Nitrostat, Nitrolingual, Nitro-Dur, Nitro-Bid, and others), isosorbide dinitrate (Dilatrate-SR, Isordil, Sorbitrate), and isosorbide mononitrate (Imdur, ISMO, Monoket). Nitrates are also found in some recreational drugs such as amyl nitrate or nitrite (“poppers”). Taking vardenafil with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure. To make sure you can safely take vardenafil, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions: heart disease, heart rhythm problems; a recent history (in the past 6…
Do not take vardenafil if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems (such as nitroglycerin). Taking vardenafil with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure. During sexual activity, if you become dizzy or nauseated, or have pain, numbness, or tingling in your chest, arms, neck, or jaw, stop and call your doctor right away. You could be having a serious side effect of vardenafil. Contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if your erection is painful or lasts longer than 4 hours. A prolonged erection (priapism) can…
The most common side effects with STAXYN are headache, flushing, stuffy or runny nose, indigestion, upset stomach, dizziness, or back pain. These side effects usually go away after a few hours. Call your doctor if you get a side effect that bothers you or one that will not go away. Side effects ≥2% and more frequent with STAXYN than placebo in controlled trials n = number of patients STAXYN may uncommonly cause: An erection that won’t go away (priapism). If you get an erection that lasts more than 4 hours, get medical help right away. Priapism must be treated as…
The following serious adverse reactions with the use of STAXYN (vardenafil) are discussed elsewhere in the labeling: Cardiovascular effects [see CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] Priapism [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] QT Prolongation [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] Effects on eye [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] Sudden hearing loss [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] Clinical Studies Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. STAXYN: Safety of STAXYN was…
What is Staxyn? Staxyn (vardenafil) relaxes muscles and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body. Staxyn orally disintegrating tablets are used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence). Staxyn may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Important information Do not take Staxyn orally disintegrating tablets if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems (such as nitroglycerin). Taking Staxyn with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure. Slideshow: Setting The Record Straight: Erectile Dysfunction Setting The Record Straight: Erectile Dysfunction Stop using this medicine…
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. During sexual activity, if you become dizzy or nauseated, or have pain, numbness, or tingling in your chest, arms, neck, or jaw, stop and call your doctor right away. You could be having a serious side effect of vardenafil. Stop using vardenafil and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: sudden vision loss; ringing in your ears, or sudden hearing loss; chest pain or heavy feeling, pain…
Headache, flushing, stuffy/runny nose, or dizziness may occur. Vision changes such as increased sensitivity to light, blurred vision, or trouble telling blue and green colors apart may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.…
SIDE EFFECTS The following serious adverse reactions with the use of LEVITRA (vardenafil) are discussed elsewhere in the labeling: Cardiovascular Effects [see CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] Priapism [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] Effects on Eye [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] Sudden Hearing Loss [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] QT Prolongation [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS] Clinical Studies Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. LEVITRA was administered…