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MEDICATION SAFETY

Avanafil safety summary

  • INN
  • avanafil
  • PDE5 inhibitor
  • oral tablet taken on demand
  • brand: Spedra

Avanafil is the fastest-acting of the PDE5 inhibitors, taken around 15–30 minutes before sex. Like sildenafil and tadalafil it enhances the natural erection response to arousal — it does not cause an erection on its own. The one absolute rule of the class applies in full: never combine it with nitrates.

Erectile dysfunction in adult men.

  • Take one tablet about 15–30 minutes before sexual activity.
  • Maximum one dose per day.
  • Sexual stimulation is still required for it to work.
  • A heavy or high-fat meal delays the onset of effect.

Rare, but each needs immediate action.

  • An erection lasting more than 4 hours (priapism) — go to emergency care; untreated it permanently damages the penis.
  • Sudden loss or decrease of vision in one or both eyes — stop and seek urgent care.
  • Sudden hearing loss or ringing in the ears.
  • Chest pain during or after sex — call emergency services; do not take nitrates.
  • Severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing).

WHEN TO CALL THE DOCTOR

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  • An erection lasting more than 4 hours — go to emergency care first.
  • Any sudden change in vision or hearing.
  • Chest pain, dizziness or fainting during sex.
  • It isn't working after several attempts — the dose or the treatment can be reviewed.

OFFICIAL SOURCE

This summary is condensed from the regulator's full product leaflet for ease of reading. The complete document — every interaction, dose adjustment and reporting note — is one click away.

AEMPS CIMA — Avanafil 100 mg

This page summarises information from the regulator-approved leaflet for reference only. It is not medical advice and does not replace the assessment of an EU-licensed doctor. Your doctor will review your individual history, dose and interactions during your consultation.

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