Avana®

Avana® (Avanafil) (Avanafil) What kind of medication is this? Avanafil has the ability to relax muscles while also increasing blood flow to certain parts of the body. Is a remedy for erection problems that men have (impotence). What is the most essential information that I need to be aware of concerning avanafil? You should not take avanafil if you have an allergy to it or if you are also taking a nitrate drug for chest pain or heart problems. Some examples of nitrate drugs include nitroglycerin (available under the brand names Nitro Dur, Nitrolingual, Nitrostat, Transderm Nitro, and others), isosorbide dinitrate (Dilatrate, Isordil, Isochron), and isosorbide mononitrate (Im ("poppers"). Using avanafil with a medication that contains nitrates can result in an abrupt and potentially life-threatening drop in blood pressure. During sexual activity, if you get lightheadedness or nausea, or if you have pain, numbness, or tingling in your chest, arms, neck, or jaw, you should immediately stop what you are doing and call your doctor. There is a possibility that avanafil is causing you to have a major adverse impact. A single daily dose of avanafil is all that is recommended. Be sure that there is a gap of 24 hours between each dose. If your erection is uncomfortable or continues for more than four hours, you should contact your primary care physician or go to the nearest hospital emergency room for assistance. A protracted erection, often known as priapism, can be harmful to the penis. Avanafil has been linked to a reduction in blood flow to the optic nerve of the eye, which can result in a sudden loss of vision. A few people who use a medicine called sildenafil that is very much like Viagra have reported experiencing this side effect (Viagra). The majority of these individuals also suffered from other conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or certain pre-existing eye disorders. Moreover, those who smoked or were older than 50 years old were more likely to have this condition. What questions should I ask my healthcare practitioner before beginning treatment with avanafil? If you have an allergy to avanafil, you should not take the medication. Isosorbide dinitrate (Dilatrate, Isordil, Isochron), isosorbide mononitrate (Imdur, ISMO, Monoket) or recreational substances such as amyl nitrate or nitrite should not be taken in conjunction with avanafil ("poppers"). If you are taking a nitrate medication for chest discomfort or heart issues, using avanafil at the same time might cause your blood pressure to drop suddenly and dangerously low. Telling your doctor if you have any of the following additional conditions can ensure that you can take avanafil in a safe manner: liver disease; kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis); a blood cell disorder such as sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma, or leukemia; a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia; a stomach ulcer; retinitis pigmentosa (an inherited condition); congestive heart failure; angina (chest pain); high or low blood pressure; heart disease or heart rhythm disorder; a recent history (in the past 6 months) of a Avanafil has been linked to a reduction in blood flow to the optic nerve of the eye, which can result in a sudden loss of vision. A few people who use a medicine called sildenafil that is very much like Viagra have reported experiencing this side effect (Viagra). The majority of these individuals also suffered from other conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or certain pre-existing eye disorders. Moreover, those who smoked or were older than 50 years old were more likely to have this condition. It is still unknown whether or not avanafil can result in eyesight loss. If you suddenly lose your vision, you should immediately stop using avanafil and seek immediate medical attention. FDA pregnancy category C. Avanafil is not intended for usage in female patients. It is unknown at this time whether or not avanafil may cause damage to an unborn child. Despite the fact that avanafil is not intended for use in females, it is unknown whether or not this medicine is excreted into breast milk or whether or not it might cause damage to a nursing infant. What is the correct way to take avanafil? Follow the instructions given by your doctor to the letter. Use exactly as directed, neither in bigger nor lesser doses, nor for a longer period of time than is advised. Be sure to take your medication exactly as directed on the label. In order to optimize your treatment and provide the best possible outcomes, your physician may adjust your dosage on occasion. You can take Avanafil with or without food according on your preference. In most cases, avanafil is only used when it is absolutely necessary, around half an hour before sexual activity. Always be sure to follow the advice of your doctor. When sexual excitement is present, using avanafil might make it easier to obtain and maintain an erection. Just swallowing a tablet will not result in an erection on its own. A single daily dose of avanafil is all that is recommended. Be sure that there is a gap of 24 hours between each dose. If your erection is uncomfortable or continues for more than four hours, you should contact your primary care physician or go to the nearest hospital emergency room for assistance. A protracted erection, often known as priapism, can be harmful to the penis. Keep away from moisture, heat, and light while storing it at room temperature. What should I try to steer clear of while I'm on avanafil? Consuming alcohol might make some of the adverse effects of avanafil more severe. When you are using avanafil, you should limit yourself to no more than three alcoholic beverages per day. A possible interaction between grapefruit and avanafil might result in adverse side effects. This interaction could also involve grapefruit juice. Talk to your healthcare provider before using any products containing grapefruit. During the time that you are using avanafil, you should not use any other medications to treat erectile dysfunction. This includes sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), and vardenafil (Levitra). You will not be protected from sexually transmitted infections by using this drug, including HIV and AIDS. The only surefire way to avoid contracting any of these diseases is to always use a condom. Avanafil side effects If you have any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, you should seek immediate medical attention: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or neck. During sexual activity, if you get lightheadedness or nausea, or if you have pain, numbness, or tingling in your chest, arms, neck, or jaw, you should immediately stop what you are doing and call your doctor. There is a possibility that avanafil is causing you to have a major adverse impact. If you experience any of the following serious side effects while taking avanafil, you should immediately stop taking the medication and contact your doctor: changes in vision or sudden vision loss; ringing in your ears, or sudden hearing loss; chest pain, pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest; pain, swelling, warmth, or redness in one or both legs; shortness of breath, swelling in your hands or feet; feeling lightheaded or fainting; or a penis erection that is Symptoms of the common cold such as stuffy nose, sinus discomfort, or sore throat; diarrhea, constipation, or upset stomach; or back pain are examples of side effects that are not considered to be life-threatening. This list of potential adverse effects is not exhaustive; additional symptoms may also surface. Make an appointment with your primary care physician to discuss any adverse effects.