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Avanafil
INFORMATION ABOUT AVANAFIL
Avanafil Uses
Avanafil is used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction, pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
How Avanafil works
Avanafil helps widen (relax) certain blood vessels and improves the blood flow to the penis that leads to penile erection following sexual stimulation.
Common side effects of Avanafil
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Headache, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Nasal congestion (stuffy nose), Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Back pain
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Lipika Khurana
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
20 Feb 2025 | 05:05 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Avanafil
  • Take Avanafil exactly as your doctor tells you to. It is intended to be taken before sexual activity and is not to be used daily.
  • Avoid alcohol since it can reduce your ability to get an erection and may prevent you from getting the maximum benefits of this medicine.
  • Let your doctor know if you have any heart disease, high or low blood pressure, or a history of heart attack.
  • If you experience sudden visual disturbances, stop taking Avanafil and consult your  doctor immediately.
  • You have been prescribed Avanafil for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
  • It is best to take it an hour before sexual intercourse. But, you can take it anytime between 30 minutes and 1 hours before sexual activity.
  • Do not take it more than once a day.
  • Seek medical attention if the erection persists for more than 4 hours after sexual intercourse.
  • Do not use Avanafil if you have recently taken nitrates (medicines used in angina or chest pain).
  • Do not take it if you have had a heart attack in the past 3 months, or stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months.
Frequently asked questions for Avanafil
The maximal duration of action of Avanafil is 6 hours.
i. Patients should not use Avanafil if sexual activity is inadvisable due to a history of heart disease.
ii. Patients on Avanafil taking medications for high blood pressure or alcohol in large amounts may experience a drop in blood pressure which can make them feel dizzy, faint, or have a heart attack or stroke.
iii. Patients should seek emergency treatment if an erection lasts for more than 4 hours.
iv. Patients should stop Avanafil and seek medical care if a sudden loss of vision occurs in one or both eyes, which could be a sign of non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION).
Yes, this medicine is one of several erectile dysfunction medications that are safe and effective for men who have had a prostatectomy or other prostate surgery.
It is not advisable to take this medicine for improving sexual performance without first discussing it with your doctor.
Taking this medicine with alcohol can increase your risk of low blood pressure. If you plan on taking it, limit your alcohol consumption after consulting your doctor.