Filitra 10 Mg (Vardenafil)

Two Points to Understand First

10 mg is the correct starting dose:- The vardenafil range is 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg. 10 mg is the recommended dose for most men starting treatment. This is not a maximum dose being used as a starting point. Your doctor can adjust up or down from here.

Vardenafil affects heart rhythm more than other PDE-5 inhibitors:- It can lengthen the QT interval on an ECG. Sildenafil and tadalafil have less effect on this. It must not be combined with certain heart rhythm medicines.It must not be used in congenital long QT syndrome. Tell your doctor about any heart rhythm problem before use. The full list appears in section 5a.

What is Filitra 10 mg?

How It Works (Mechanism of Action)

Vardenafil restores the body’s natural erection pathway:

Patient Group	Recommended Dose	Maximum Frequency	Key Notes
Adult men, first-time use	10 mg	Once in 24 hours	This is the standard starting dose
Adult men, good response at 10 mg	10 mg	Once in 24 hours	Stay at the lowest effective dose
Adult men, inadequate response	20 mg	Once in 24 hours	Only after a doctor’s review
Adult men, side effects at 10 mg	5 mg	Once in 24 hours	Ask your doctor about reducing
Men aged 65 and over	5 mg starting dose	Once in 24 hours	Clearance is slower; start low
Mild liver impairment	10 mg with caution	Once in 24 hours	Monitor for side effects
Moderate liver impairment	5 mg starting dose	Once in 24 hours	Do not exceed 10 mg
Severe liver impairment	Contraindicated	–	Vardenafil must be avoided
Mild to moderate kidney impairment	No routine adjustment	Once in 24 hours	Monitor for side effects
Severe kidney impairment or dialysis	Not recommended	–	Not adequately studied
Taking erythromycin, clarithromycin, or itraconazole 200 mg	5 mg maximum	Once in 24 hours	These drugs raise vardenafil levels
Taking ketoconazole 400 mg or itraconazole 400 mg	2.5 mg maximum	Once in 24 hours	Requires a lower-strength product
Taking ritonavir	2.5 mg maximum	Once in 72 hours	Strict limit; interaction is major
Taking indinavir or saquinavir	2.5 mg maximum	Once in 24 hours	Requires a lower-strength product
Men over 75 taking ketoconazole or itraconazole	Contraindicated	–	Do not combine at this age
Taking alpha-blockers (tamsulosin, doxazosin)	5 mg starting dose	Once in 24 hours	Stabilise the alpha-blocker dose first
Absolute daily maximum	20 mg	One tablet per 24 hours	Never take two tablets in a day

Dosage Guide

How to Take It

Precautions

Absolute Contraindications – Do Not Use If You

Standard PDE-5 inhibitor contraindications:

Heart rhythm contraindications specific to vardenafil:

Age and interaction contraindication:

Conditions to Disclose to Your Doctor

Tell your doctor before use if you have or had:

Also disclose every medicine, supplement, and herbal product you take.

Food and Drink Precautions

Item	Effect	Recommendation
High-fat meals	Reduce absorption and delay onset	Take on an empty stomach or after a light meal
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice	Raise vardenafil blood levels	Avoid entirely on dosing days
Alcohol	Lowers blood pressure and impairs erection	Limit strictly; avoid binge drinking
Excess caffeine	May worsen palpitations and headache	Reduce intake around dosing
Water	No interaction	Use a full glass to swallow the tablet
Seville oranges and pomelo	May affect the same enzyme pathway	Best avoided on dosing days
Liquorice in large amounts	Can lower potassium levels	Avoid excessive intake

Note on food: Vardenafil is more affected by fatty meals than tadalafil or avanafil. Timing your meal matters with this medicine.

Before-Use Safety Checklist

Confirm every point below before each dose:

Side Effects

Side Effect	Frequency	What To Do
Headache	Common	Usually mild; rest and hydrate
Facial flushing or warmth	Common	Settles as the drug wears off
Blocked or runny nose	Common	Temporary; no treatment usually needed
Indigestion or heartburn	Common	Avoid heavy or spicy meals
Dizziness	Common	Sit or lie down; do not drive
Nausea	Common	Take with a light snack next time
Back pain	Less common	Usually resolves within 24 hours
Blurred or blue-tinged vision	Less common	Avoid driving; tell your doctor
Light sensitivity	Less common	Avoid bright screens and sunlight
Rapid or pounding heartbeat	Less common	Rest; seek advice if it persists
Muscle aches	Less common	Simple pain relief usually helps
Sleepiness	Less common	Do not drive
Low blood pressure symptoms	Less common	Stop use; seek medical advice
Skin rash or itching	Less common	Stop use and contact your doctor
Nosebleed	Less common	Apply pressure; report if repeated
Ringing in the ears	Less common	Report to your doctor
Raised liver enzymes	Uncommon	Your doctor may check liver function
Fainting or near-fainting	Rare	Stop use; seek medical care
Chest pain	Rare	Emergency; see section 8
Priapism (erection over 4 hours)	Rare	Emergency; see section 8
Sudden vision loss (NAION)	Rare	Emergency; stop use permanently
Sudden hearing loss	Rare	Emergency; stop use immediately
Serious irregular heartbeat	Very rare	Emergency; see section 8
Seizure	Very rare	Emergency; call for help
Severe skin reaction with blistering	Very rare	Emergency; stop use immediately

Drug Interactions – Avoid With

Never combine (dangerous):

Medicines that also lengthen the QT interval – use only with specialist advice:

Use only with medical supervision and dose adjustment:

May reduce effectiveness:

Always show your doctor a full list of your medicines. Mention any heart rhythm medicine specifically.

Emergency Warning Signs

Stop the medicine and seek emergency care immediately if you experience:

Why Choose Filitra 10 mg

Genuine advantages:

Honest limitations you should know:

Consider a different product if:

Storage Instructions

Medical Disclaimer

This content is for information only. It is not medical advice. Filitra 10 mg is a prescription-only medicine. Vardenafil can lengthen the QT interval and is contraindicated with certain heart rhythm medicines. Nitrate medicines must be avoided for at least 24 hours after a dose. Use it only under a qualified doctor’s supervision. Always read the manufacturer’s package insert before use. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about your specific condition and dose.