FILITRA 20

Choosing the right medication for erectile dysfunction (ED) is a balance between efficacy and safety. FILITRA 20 is a high-quality Indian generic containing 20 mg of Vardenafil. This dosage is recognized as the "gold standard" – the maximum recommended daily dose for most men.

What is FILITRA 20 and its indication?

FILITRA 20 is a medication for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, with Vardenafil (20 mg) as its active component. Vardenafil is the same active ingredient found in the original "Levitra".

The drug is valued for its high selectivity and good tolerability profile. It is intended for men who experience difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual intercourse.

Mechanism of action of FILITRA 20

FILITRA 20 (Vardenafil) is a PDE5 (phosphodiesterase type 5) enzyme inhibitor. In the presence of sexual arousal, nitric oxide (NO) is released in the penile tissue. This process triggers the production of cGMP, which is responsible for relaxing the smooth muscles of the arteries and corpus cavernosum.

As a result, blood flows freely into the penis, causing an erection. The PDE5 enzyme breaks down cGMP, ending the erection. FILITRA 20 blocks this enzyme, allowing the erection to be more powerful and sustained in response to stimulation.

Important Note: The medication is not a libido stimulant. It works only in the presence of natural sexual arousal.

Instructions for using FILITRA 20

For the best results, it is important to follow the administration rules:

1. Dosage: 20 mg (one tablet) is the standard and maximum recommended daily dose. It is strictly prohibited to exceed 20 mg within a 24-hour period.

2. Starting Dose: If you are taking Vardenafil for the first time, or if you are elderly, it is recommended to start with 10 mg (half of a FILITRA 20 tablet).

3. Time of Intake: The tablet should be swallowed with water approximately 30-60 minutes before planned sexual activity.

4. Influence of Food: Vardenafil can be taken with or without food. However, a very high-fat meal (e.g., fast food) may slightly delay the onset of the drug's action.

Main contraindications for Vardenafil

Safety is a priority. Taking FILITRA 20 is strictly contraindicated:

• With the concurrent use of Nitrates! Any nitric oxide donors or medical nitrates (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate) combined with Vardenafil can cause a life-threatening drop in blood pressure.

• For severe cardiovascular diseases (recent heart attack or stroke, severe heart failure).

• For severe liver failure.

• For severe kidney failure (on dialysis).

• For arterial hypotension (persistently low blood pressure < 90/50 mmHg).

• For hereditary degenerative retinal diseases (retinitis pigmentosa).

• For allergies to Vardenafil.

Possible side effects from FILITRA 20

Vardenafil 20 mg is generally well-tolerated. Side effects, if they occur, are most often mild and transient.

Most common:

• Headache.

• Flushing (redness of the face, feeling of warmth).

• Nasal congestion (rhinitis).

• Dyspepsia (mild indigestion).

Vardenafil has a very low risk of affecting vision (changes in color perception), which favorably distinguishes it from Sildenafil.

Professional advice for using FILITRA 20

1. "Gold Standard": The 20 mg dose is optimal for most men with moderate to severe ED. You should only start with this dose if 10 mg proved to be insufficiently effective.

2. Alcohol: FILITRA 20 is considered one of the most compatible drugs with alcohol. Small amounts of alcohol (a glass of wine or a pint of beer) usually do not affect efficacy. However, excessive alcohol consumption itself inhibits erections and increases the risk of side effects.

3. High Selectivity: If you have experienced side effects (like back pain or vision problems) from other PDE5 inhibitors, FILITRA 20 (Vardenafil) may be a better alternative for you.

FILITRA 20: Answers to common questions

• How long does FILITRA 20 last? The effect of Vardenafil 20 mg lasts for an average of 4-6 hours. This is enough time for one or more complete sexual encounters.

• How does FILITRA 20 differ from Sildenafil 100 mg? The 20 mg dose of Vardenafil is roughly equivalent in strength to 100 mg of Sildenafil. However, Vardenafil often starts working slightly faster and generally causes fewer side effects.

• Can the drug be taken daily? FILITRA 20 is an "on-demand" medication. For daily, long-term use, Tadalafil in low doses (5 mg) is more suitable.