Avanafil is a PDE5 inhibitor approved for erectile dysfunction by the FDA and EMA. As other active ingredients similar to avanafil, for example, tadalafil, sildenafil and vardenafil also help to tackle impotence. These medicines come in tablet form and thus, should be consumed orally.
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How does avanafil work?
PDE5 inhibitors (Phosphodiesterases) are used to maintain a high rate of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP), a substance that relaxes the muscle fibres. This mechanism makes it easier to get or hold an erection.
When should I take avanafil?
Avanafil is for adult men suffering from erectile dysfunction. If you are already taking nitrate-based treatments or if you have heart problems, do not take this medicine as it can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure.
Talk to your doctor if you have experienced any of the following:
- cardiovascular disease or have undergone cardiac surgery in the last 6 months
- kidney failure
- gastric ulcer
- a blood disorder (anemia, leukemia, multiple myeloma), or hemophilia
- a deformation of the penis
- vision problems (retinitis pigmentosa, vision disturbances)
- if you are on other medication (any antibiotics, hepatitis C or AIDS medication)
If it is recommended that you inform your doctor about any other possible health concerns you might have.
You should not take this medicine if you are taking other treatments for erectile dysfunction, for example, sildenafil (Viagra 100mg), tadalafil (Cialis 20mg), vardenafil (Levitra 10mg). These substances can be found in other pulmonary hypertension drugs.
Avanafil dosage: 100mg or 200mg?
The medication is in a form of a tablet and should be taken max. once per day or when having intercourse. The consumption of the drug is only a means of achieving an erection but it will not work without a sexual stimulation. The initial dosage is 100 mg, which should be taken 30 minutes before sexual activity. The dosage may vary depending on the patient; reduced to 50 mg or increased to 200 mg, which is the maximum allowed per day. You must follow the instructions given by your doctor. Medicines that contain avanafil and can only be purchased with a prescription.1
Side effects
It may be that you have an allergic reaction to avanafil. These can be any of the following:
- hives
- breathing problems
- swelling of the face, lips and tongue
The most common side effects are:
- headache
- skin rash
- back pain
- clogged nose
Can I buy avanafil without a prescription?
To buy avanafil (Spedra), you must talk with your doctor so that he can assess your need for the medicine. If it turns out that you need it, you will receive a prescription that you can take with you to the pharmacy. You can then buy avanafil and start your treatment.
Thus, the condition is still a taboo among men, there are many who buy the medication online. However, be careful when purchasing the medicine online as there are many fake versions around that can do more harm than good. Make sure your online clinic writes a prescription and offer online doctor services so that you can be sure that you’re buying from a legitimate service.
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