Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
tablets
- 50mg
- 100mg
- 200mg
Erectile Dysfunction
100 mg PO initially as early as 15 min before sexual activity; not to exceed 1 dose/day
Based on individual efficacy and tolerability, the dose may be increased to 200 mg taken as early as ~15 minutes before sexual activity, or decreased to 50 mg taken ~30 minutes before sexual activity
Use lowest effective dose
Dosage Modifications
Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors or nitrates: Contraindicated
Coadministration with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors: Not to exceed dose of 50 mg/24 hr
Coadministration with stable alpha-blocker therapy: Initiate therapy at 50 mg/24 hr
Renal Impairment
- Mild-to-moderate (CrCl ≥30 mL/min): Dose adjustment not necessary
- Severe impairment (CrCl 15-29 mL/min): Safety and efficacy not established; do not use
Hepatic impairment
- Mild to moderate impairment: Dose adjustment not necessary
- Severe impairment: Safety and efficacy not established; do not use
Safety and efficacy not established
Interactions
Interaction Checker
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Contraindicated
Serious - Use Alternative
Significant - Monitor Closely
Minor
Contraindicated (13)
- chloramphenicol
chloramphenicol will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
- isosorbide dinitrate
isosorbide dinitrate, avanafil. Either increases effects of the other by Mechanism: additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Contraindicated; potentially fatal hypotension.
- isosorbide mononitrate
isosorbide mononitrate, avanafil. Either increases effects of the other by Mechanism: additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Potentially fatal hypotension.
- itraconazole
itraconazole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated during and 2 weeks after itraconazole.
- nitroglycerin IV
nitroglycerin IV, avanafil. Mechanism: additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Potentially fatal hypotension.
- nitroglycerin PO
nitroglycerin PO, avanafil. Mechanism: additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Potentially fatal hypotension.
- nitroglycerin rectal
avanafil increases effects of nitroglycerin rectal by additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Use of nitroglycerin within a few days of PDE5 inhibitors is contraindicated. PDE5 inhibitors have been shown to potentiate the hypotensive effects of organic nitrates.
- nitroglycerin sublingual
nitroglycerin sublingual, avanafil. Mechanism: additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Potentially fatal hypotension.
- nitroglycerin topical
nitroglycerin topical, avanafil. Mechanism: additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Potentially fatal hypotension.
- nitroglycerin transdermal
nitroglycerin transdermal, avanafil. Mechanism: additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Potentially fatal hypotension.
- nitroglycerin translingual
nitroglycerin translingual, avanafil. Mechanism: additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Potentially fatal hypotension.
- riociguat
avanafil, riociguat. Either increases effects of the other by additive vasodilation. Contraindicated. Coadministration of PDE-5 inhibitors (eg, avanafil, sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil) and guanylate cyclase stimulators (eg, riociguat) is contraindicated due to risk of additive hypotension.
- vericiguat
avanafil, vericiguat. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Coadministration of vericiguat with PDE-5 inhibitors may result in additive hypotensive effects.
Serious - Use Alternative (37)
- amyl nitrite
amyl nitrite, avanafil. Either increases effects of the other by Mechanism: additive vasodilation. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Potentially fatal hypotension.
- apalutamide
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, with drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered. Adjust dose according to prescribing information if needed.
- atazanavir
atazanavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- ceritinib
ceritinib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- clarithromycin
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- cobicistat
cobicistat will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Not recommended; safe/effective dose for avanafil has not been established; coadministration may increase PDE-5 inhibitor adverse effects including hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and prolonged erection
- conivaptan
conivaptan will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- darunavir
darunavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- enzalutamide
enzalutamide will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- eslicarbazepine acetate
eslicarbazepine acetate will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Potential effect of CYP3A4 inducers with avanafil was not evaluated. Concomitant use of avanafil and CY3A4 inducers is not recommended.
- fexinidazole
fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Fexinidazole inhibits CYP3A4. Coadministration may increase risk for adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
- fosamprenavir
fosamprenavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- idelalisib
idelalisib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- imatinib
imatinib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- indinavir
indinavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- isoniazid
isoniazid will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- ivosidenib
ivosidenib will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with ivosidenib or replace with alternate therapies. If coadministration is unavoidable, monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of these drugs.
- ketoconazole
ketoconazole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- levoketoconazole
levoketoconazole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- lonafarnib
lonafarnib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates. If coadministration unavoidable, monitor for adverse reactions and reduce CYP3A substrate dose in accordance with product labeling.
- lopinavir
lopinavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- lorlatinib
lorlatinib will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- mifepristone
mifepristone will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- mitotane
mitotane will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- nefazodone
nefazodone will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- nelfinavir
nelfinavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- nicardipine
nicardipine will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- nirmatrelvir/ritonavir
nirmatrelvir/ritonavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Safe and effective avanafil dosage regimen has not been established for coadministration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- nitroprusside sodium
nitroprusside sodium, avanafil. Either increases effects of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Additive hypotensive effects.
- posaconazole
posaconazole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- ritonavir
ritonavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- saquinavir
saquinavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- tipranavir
tipranavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- tucatinib
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of tucatinib with CYP3A substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. If unavoidable, reduce CYP3A substrate dose according to product labeling.
- vardenafil
vardenafil, avanafil. Either increases effects of the other by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Avoid combination; duplicate therapy is not recommended.
- voriconazole
voriconazole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; significantly increased levels may result in significant adverse events including severe hypotension, syncope, visual changes, and priapism. Coadministration with strong CYP3A4 is contraindicated.
- voxelotor
voxelotor will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Voxelotor increases systemic exposure of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index. Consider dose reduction of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate(s) if unable to avoid.
Monitor Closely (137)
- acebutolol
avanafil increases effects of acebutolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- acetazolamide
avanafil increases effects of acetazolamide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- alfuzosin
avanafil increases effects of alfuzosin by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- aliskiren
avanafil increases effects of aliskiren by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- amifostine
amifostine, avanafil. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor blood pressure response to phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors in patients receiving concurrent blood pressure lowering therapy.
- amiloride
avanafil increases effects of amiloride by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- amiodarone
amiodarone will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- amlodipine
avanafil increases effects of amlodipine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- aprepitant
aprepitant will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- armodafinil
armodafinil will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- artemether/lumefantrine
artemether/lumefantrine will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- asenapine
avanafil increases effects of asenapine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- atenolol
avanafil increases effects of atenolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- azilsartan
avanafil increases effects of azilsartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- belzutifan
belzutifan will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. If unable to avoid coadministration of belzutifan with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates, consider increasing the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate dose in accordance with its prescribing information.
- benazepril
avanafil increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- betaxolol
avanafil increases effects of betaxolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- bicalutamide
bicalutamide will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- bisoprolol
avanafil increases effects of bisoprolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- bosentan
bosentan will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bumetanide
avanafil increases effects of bumetanide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- butabarbital
butabarbital will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness
- butalbital
butalbital will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness
- candesartan
avanafil increases effects of candesartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- captopril
avanafil increases effects of captopril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- carbamazepine
carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness
- carvedilol
avanafil increases effects of carvedilol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- cenobamate
cenobamate will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase dose of CYP3A4 substrate, as needed, when coadministered with cenobamate.
- chlorthalidone
avanafil increases effects of chlorthalidone by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- cimetidine
cimetidine will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- clevidipine
avanafil increases effects of clevidipine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- clonidine
avanafil increases effects of clonidine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- clotrimazole
clotrimazole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- crizotinib
crizotinib increases levels of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Dose reduction may be needed for coadministered drugs that are predominantly metabolized by CYP3A.
- cyclosporine
cyclosporine will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- dabrafenib
dabrafenib will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- dasatinib
dasatinib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- deferasirox
deferasirox will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dexamethasone
dexamethasone will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- diltiazem
diltiazem will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; maximum recommended dose of avanafil is 50 mg over 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- doxazosin
avanafil increases effects of doxazosin by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- dronedarone
dronedarone will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- duvelisib
duvelisib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. will increase the level or effect of
- efavirenz
efavirenz will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- elagolix
elagolix will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor CYP3A substrates if coadministered. Consider increasing CYP3A substrate dose if needed.
- enalapril
avanafil increases effects of enalapril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- encorafenib
encorafenib, avanafil. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Encorafenib both inhibits and induces CYP3A4 at clinically relevant plasma concentrations. Coadministration of encorafenib with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates may result in increased toxicity or decreased efficacy of these agents.
- eplerenone
avanafil increases effects of eplerenone by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- eprosartan
avanafil increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- erythromycin base
erythromycin base will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- erythromycin ethylsuccinate
erythromycin ethylsuccinate will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- erythromycin lactobionate
erythromycin lactobionate will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- erythromycin stearate
erythromycin stearate will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- esmolol
avanafil increases effects of esmolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- ethacrynic acid
avanafil increases effects of ethacrynic acid by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- ethanol
ethanol, avanafil. additive vasodilation. Use Caution/Monitor. Combination may increase risk of orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, dizziness and headache.
- etravirine
etravirine will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- fedratinib
fedratinib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates as necessary.
- felodipine
avanafil increases effects of felodipine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- fluconazole
fluconazole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- fluvoxamine
fluvoxamine will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50mg, not to exceed once every 24hr for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- fosaprepitant
fosaprepitant will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- fosinopril
avanafil increases effects of fosinopril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- fosphenytoin
fosphenytoin will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- furosemide
avanafil increases effects of furosemide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- grapefruit
grapefruit will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- griseofulvin
griseofulvin will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- guanfacine
avanafil increases effects of guanfacine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- haloperidol
haloperidol will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- hydralazine
avanafil increases effects of hydralazine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- hydrochlorothiazide
avanafil increases effects of hydrochlorothiazide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- indapamide
avanafil increases effects of indapamide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- irbesartan
avanafil increases effects of irbesartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- isradipine
avanafil increases effects of isradipine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- istradefylline
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of CYP3A4 substrates in clinical trials. This effect was not observed with istradefylline 20 mg/day. Consider dose reduction of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates.
- labetalol
avanafil increases effects of labetalol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- lapatinib
lapatinib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- lenacapavir
lenacapavir will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Lencapavir (a moderate CYP3A4 inhibitor) may increase CYP3A4 substrates initiated within 9 months after last SC dose of lenacapavir, which may increase potential risk of adverse reactions of CYP3A4 substrates.
- lisinopril
avanafil increases effects of lisinopril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- losartan
avanafil increases effects of losartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- lumefantrine
lumefantrine will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- maraviroc
maraviroc, avanafil. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of orthostatic hypotension.
- metolazone
avanafil increases effects of metolazone by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- metoprolol
avanafil increases effects of metoprolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- metronidazole
metronidazole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- minoxidil
avanafil increases effects of minoxidil by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- nadolol
avanafil increases effects of nadolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- nebivolol
avanafil increases effects of nebivolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- nevirapine
nevirapine will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- nifedipine
avanafil increases effects of nifedipine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
nifedipine will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors - nilotinib
nilotinib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- nimodipine
avanafil increases effects of nimodipine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- nisoldipine
avanafil increases effects of nisoldipine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- olmesartan
avanafil increases effects of olmesartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- oxcarbazepine
oxcarbazepine will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- pazopanib
pazopanib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- penbutolol
avanafil increases effects of penbutolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- pentobarbital
pentobarbital will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- phenoxybenzamine
avanafil increases effects of phenoxybenzamine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- phentolamine
avanafil increases effects of phentolamine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- phenytoin
phenytoin will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- prazosin
avanafil increases effects of prazosin by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- primidone
primidone will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- propranolol
avanafil increases effects of propranolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- quinapril
avanafil increases effects of quinapril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- quinupristin/dalfopristin
quinupristin/dalfopristin will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- ramipril
avanafil increases effects of ramipril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- ribociclib
ribociclib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- rifabutin
rifabutin will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- rifapentine
rifapentine will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- rucaparib
rucaparib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP3A4 substrates, if clinically indicated.
- rufinamide
rufinamide will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- sacubitril/valsartan
avanafil increases effects of sacubitril/valsartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- sapropterin
sapropterin, avanafil. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Possible additive vasorelaxation, leading to low blood pressure.
- secobarbital
secobarbital will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- sertraline
sertraline will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- silodosin
avanafil increases effects of silodosin by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- sotalol
avanafil increases effects of sotalol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- spironolactone
avanafil increases effects of spironolactone by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- St John's Wort
St John's Wort will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- stiripentol
stiripentol, avanafil. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP3A4 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP3A4 substrates may require dosage adjustment.
- tamsulosin
avanafil, tamsulosin. Either increases effects of the other by additive vasodilation. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- tazemetostat
tazemetostat will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tecovirimat
tecovirimat will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tecovirimat is a weak CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor sensitive CYP3A4 substrates for effectiveness if coadministered.
- telmisartan
avanafil increases effects of telmisartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- terazosin
avanafil increases effects of terazosin by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- tetracycline
tetracycline will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- timolol
avanafil increases effects of timolol by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- topiramate
topiramate will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. For patients with ED, monitor response carefully because of potential for decreased effectiveness.
- torsemide
avanafil increases effects of torsemide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- trandolapril
avanafil increases effects of trandolapril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- triamterene
avanafil increases effects of triamterene by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- valsartan
avanafil increases effects of valsartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- verapamil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
- zafirlukast
zafirlukast will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
Minor (6)
- acetazolamide
acetazolamide will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- amobarbital
amobarbital will decrease the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- anastrozole
anastrozole will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cyclophosphamide
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- larotrectinib
larotrectinib will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ranolazine
ranolazine will increase the level or effect of avanafil by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. CYP3A4 inhibitors may reduce avanafil clearance increasing systemic exposure to avanafil; increased levels may result in increased associated adverse events; the maximum recommended dose of STENDRA is 50 mg, not to exceed once every 24 hours for patients taking concomitant moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
Adverse Effects
>2%
Headache (5.6%)
Flushing (3.5%)
Nasal congestion (2.1%)
Nasopharyngitis (3.4%)
Back pain (2.5%)
Upper respiratory infection (<2%)
Bronchitis (<2%)
Influenza (<2%)
Sinusitis (<2%)
Sinus congestion (<2%)
Hypertension (<2%)
Dyspepsia (<2%)
Nausea (<2%)
Constipation (<2%)
Rash (<2%)
<1%
Peripheral edema
Fatigue
Angina
Deep vein thrombosis
Palpitations
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Hypoglycemia
Hyperglycemia
Oropharyngeal pain
Stomach discomfort
Vomiting
Depression
Insomnia
Cough
Dyspnea exertional
Epistaxis
Wheezing
Pruritus
Urinary tract infection
Pollakiuria
Nephrolithiasis
Hematuria
Increased erection
Balanitis
Postmarketing Reports
Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular: Myocardial infarction, sudden cardiac death, cerebrovascular accident, and subarachnoid hemorrhage
Nervous: Transient global amnesia
Ophthalmologic: Vitreous detachment, visual impairment
Otologic: Sudden decrease or loss of hearing
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Soluble guanylate cyclase (sGC) stimulators (eg, riociguat or vericiguat); concomitant use can cause hypotension
Coadministration with nitrates
- Coadministration with nitrates (either regularly and/or intermittently) and nitric oxide donors
- Consistent with the effects of PDE5 inhibition on the nitric oxide/cyclic guanosine monophosphate pathway, PDE5 inhibitors may potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates
- A suitable time interval following PDE5 dosing for the safe administration of nitrates or nitric oxide donors has not been determined
Cautions
Potential for cardiovascular risk during sexual activity in patients with underlying cardiovascular conditions
Monitor patients with left ventricular outflow obstruction (eg, aortic stenosis, idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis)
Dose should not exceed 50 mg/24hr when taking avanafil concomitantly with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors
Initiate therapy at 50 mg/24hr if coadministered with antihypertensive medications like alpha-blockers
Priapism may occur especially in patients with predisposed conditions (eg, sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma, or leukemia)
Discontinue therapy if sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes occur (could be a sign of non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy)
Safety and efficacy not established in patients with hereditary retinal disorders, including retinitis pigmentosa (use not recommended)
Sudden hearing loss may occur; discontinue therapy if tinnitus symptoms occur
Alcohol may increase risk for orthostatic hypotension; may increase heart rate and cause dizziness and headache
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: Safety and efficacy not established
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Sexual stimulation causes nitric oxide to be released in the corpus cavernosum; nitric oxide activates the enzyme guanylate cyclase, which in turn increases cGMP levels; increase in cGMP levels causes smooth muscle relaxation.
Phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors enhance the effects of nitric oxide in smooth muscle relaxation of the corpus cavernosum by inhibiting the degradation of cGMP.
Pharmacokinetics
Half-life elimination: 5 hr
Peak Plasma Time: 30-45 min
Protein Bound: 99%
Metabolism: Liver (via CYP3A4 [major] and CYP2C [minor])
Metabolites: M4 (4% active) and M16 (inactive) are the major circulating metabolites
Excretion: Feces (62%); urine (21%); semen (<0.0002%)
Administration
Instructions
May take with or without food
Images
| BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
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| Stendra oral - | 100 mg tablet |  | |
| Stendra oral - | 50 mg tablet |  | |
| Stendra oral - | 200 mg tablet |  |
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Patient Handout
avanafil oral
AVANAFIL - ORAL
(a-VAN-a-fil)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Stendra
USES: Avanafil is used to treat male sexual function problems (impotence or erectile dysfunction-ED). In combination with sexual stimulation, avanafil works by increasing blood flow to the penis to help a man get and keep an erection.This drug does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (such as HIV, hepatitis B, gonorrhea, syphilis). To decrease your risk of infection, always use an effective barrier method (latex or polyurethane condom/dental dams) during all sexual activity. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking avanafil and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually as needed. This medication is available in different doses. Depending on your dose, take avanafil about 15 minutes or 30 minutes before sexual activity. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully on how many minutes before sexual activity you should take this medication. Do not take more than once daily.The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, flushing, or dizziness may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Sexual activity may put extra strain on your heart, especially if you have heart problems. If you have heart problems and experience any of these serious side effects while having sex, stop and get medical help right away: severe dizziness, fainting, chest/jaw/left arm pain, nausea.Rarely, sudden decreased vision, including permanent blindness, in one or both eyes (NAION) may occur. If this serious problem occurs, stop taking avanafil and get medical help right away. You have a slightly greater chance of developing NAION if you have heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, certain other eye problems ("crowded disk"), high blood pressure, if you are over 50, or if you smoke.Rarely, a sudden decrease or loss of hearing, sometimes with ringing in the ears and dizziness, may occur. Stop taking avanafil and get medical help right away if these effects occur.In the rare event you have a painful or prolonged erection lasting 4 or more hours, stop using this drug and get medical help right away, or permanent problems could occur.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking avanafil, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart problems (such as heart attack or life-threatening irregular heartbeat in the past 6 months, chest pain/angina, heart failure), stroke in the past 6 months, kidney disease (dialysis), liver disease, high or low blood pressure, dehydration, penis conditions (such as angulation, fibrosis/scarring, Peyronie's disease), history of painful/prolonged erection (priapism), conditions that may increase the risk of priapism (such as sickle cell anemia, leukemia, multiple myeloma), eye problems (such as retinitis pigmentosa, sudden decreased vision, NAION), bleeding disorders, active stomach ulcers.This drug may make you dizzy or cause vision changes. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness or clear vision until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).This medication is not usually used in women. It is unlikely to be used during pregnancy or breast-feeding. Consult your doctor if you have any questions about this medication.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.Some products that may interact with this drug are: riociguat, vericiguat.Avanafil can cause a serious drop in your blood pressure when used with nitrates, which can lead to dizziness, fainting, and rarely heart attack or stroke. Do not use avanafil with any of the following: certain drugs used to treat chest pain/angina (nitrates such as nitroglycerin, isosorbide), recreational drugs called "poppers" containing amyl or butyl nitrite.If you are also taking an alpha blocker medication (such as doxazosin, tamsulosin) to treat an enlarged prostate/BPH or high blood pressure, your blood pressure may get too low which can lead to dizziness or fainting. Your doctor may start treatment with a lower dose of avanafil to minimize your risk of low blood pressure.Other medications can affect the removal of avanafil from your body, which may affect how avanafil works. Examples include adagrasib, azole antifungals (such as itraconazole, ketoconazole), cobicistat, clarithromycin, HIV protease inhibitors (such as indinavir, tipranavir), nefazodone, ribociclib, rifampin, ritonavir, among others.Do not take this medication with any other product that contains avanafil or other similar medications used to treat erectile dysfunction-ED or pulmonary hypertension (such as sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil).
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Information last revised December 2022. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.
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