VARDENAFIL: DOSAGE AND METHOD OF USE

Use of vardenafil in the treatment of erectile dysfunction in adult men

The recommended starting dose of vardenafil is 10 mg taken as needed 30 to 60 minutes before the onset of sexual activity, regardless of meals. It is recommended not to exceed the amount of a single daily administration.

The recommended maintenance dose for continued treatment is to be decided on the basis of individual response and tolerability, but also on the efficacy of vardenafil in the individual patient. Based on these factors, the maintenance dose can then be of 5, 10 or 20 mg / day of vardenafil.

The dose of 20 mg / day is the maximum recommended dose; if this dose does not work, it is advisable to use other drugs or remedies to treat erectile dysfunction.

Use of vardenafil in the treatment of erectile dysfunction in the elderly

The use of vardenafil in geriatric patients does not require special dosage adjustments. The drug can be used at the same doses recommended for adult patients. However, the maximum dose of vardenafil (20 mg) should be administered. with reservations, perhaps after a more accurate medical evaluation than usual, always taking into account the patient's individual tolerability

Use of vardenafil in patients with impaired liver function

In patients with impaired hepatic function, caution should be exercised in administering vardenafil and adjusting the dose if necessary. In patients with mild or moderate hepatic impairment, the recommended dose of vardenafil is 5 mg / day, to be taken before anticipated sexual activity and regardless of meals. If the dose of 5 mg of vardenafil proves insufficient, 10 mg / day of the drug can also be administered, taken in a single administration, always taking into account the response of each patient and individual tolerability. The 10 mg / day dose of vardenafil is also the maximum recommended dose for patients with impaired liver function, therefore exceeding it is not recommended.

There is limited clinical data on the safety of vardenafil in patients with severe hepatic impairment, therefore a careful benefit / risk assessment is recommended before starting treatment.

Use of vardenafil in patients with renal insufficiency

Administration of vardenafil to patients with "mild or moderate renal impairment does not require special dosage adjustments; therefore, the same doses used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction in adult patients may be prescribed in this category of patients. However, it is recommended to physicians". to pay more attention when dealing with this type of patient, and to the patients themselves to request a medical consultation when any disturbance, even minimal, attributable to taking the drug, in order to limit the risk of complications.
Patients suffering from "severe renal insufficiency are recommended to take a dose not exceeding 5 mg / day of vardenafil; this dose can be increased up to 10 mg / day if necessary, always taking into account individual tolerability and individual response. of the patient.