Valif 20mgTablet (Vardenafil 20mg)

Description

Valif 20 Tablet is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in adult men, a condition that causes difficulty in having an erection during sexual intercourse. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis and thereby causing an erection.

Valif20 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, indigestion, headache, sleepiness, skin rash, dry mouth, prolonged erections, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen.

Valif20 Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. Take this medicine one hour before sexual activity.

Valif 20 Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures or pre-existing heart, kidney, liver, eye or ear problems before beginning treatment with this medicine. It is not recommended for use in women and children below 18 years of age.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Valif 20 Tablet
Dizziness
Indigestion
Flushing (reddening of the skin)
Blocked or runny nose
Headache
Swelling of face, lips, or throat
Sleepiness
Eye pain and discomfort
Ringing in ears
Fast heartbeat
Breathlessness
Nausea or Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Dry mouth
Skin rash
Prolonged erections

Uses of Valif 20 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile Dysfunction, also known as impotence, is a common type of male sexual dysfunction. It occurs when a man is unable to achieve an erection during sexual intercourse. Valif 20 Tablet is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

Related Products

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Valif 10 Tablet

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid Valif 20 Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Riociguat
Riociguat is a medicine used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in your lungs) and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in your lungs due to the presence of blood clots). Concurrent use of Valif 20 Tablet and Riociguat is not recommended due to the increased risk of low blood pressure.
Nitrate containing medicines
Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended if you are taking medicines containing nitrates, such as glycerol trinitrate or amyl nitrite for angina (chest pain), as concurrent use of these medicines could seriously affect your blood pressure and worsen your condition.
Non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION)
Non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION) is a condition resulting in loss of vision due to damage to the optic nerve from the insufficient blood supply. Valif20 Tablet may affect your vision and is not recommended if you have lost vision in one eye due to NAION due to the increased risk of vision loss in the other eye.
Retinitis pigmentosa
Retinitis pigmentosa is a rare, genetic problem that damages the retina (light-sensitive tissue that lines the back of your eye). This may result in difficulty seeing at night and a loss of side vision. Valif 20 Tablet may affect your vision and is not recommended if you have retinitis pigmentosa due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Hypotension
Valif 20 Tablet may cause low blood pressure and is not recommended if you have a history of hypotension (low blood pressure) due to the increased risk of a severe drop in your blood pressure.
Heart diseases
Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended if you have recently had a stroke (damage to your brain resulting from reduced/blocked blood supply) or heart attack due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Severe kidney impairment
Kidney impairment is a condition with a loss of kidney function. Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended if you have severe kidney impairment requiring dialysis (a procedure to remove waste products and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys fail to function).
Severe liver impairment
Liver impairment is a condition with a loss of liver function. Valif 20 Tablet is metabolized and broken down by the liver and is not recommended if you have severe liver impairment due to the increased risk of undesired side effects, resulting from the accumulation of this medicine in your body.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.
Breast-feeding
Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.
General warnings
Other medicines
Valif 20 Tablet may interact with other medicines and cause undesired side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Driving or Operating machines
Valif20 Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. If you experience any symptoms that may affect your mental alertness, do not drive vehicles or operate machines.
Use in children
Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Valif 20 Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.
Overdose
Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Valif20 Tablet.

Interactions

General Instructions
Take Valif 20 Tablet with or without food. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Valif20 Tablet as it may cause low blood pressure.

Do not drive vehicles or operate machines if you experience any symptoms that may affect your alertness after taking Valif 20 Tablet.