Home >
Medicine Info >
Valif 20 Tablet
Loading interface...

Valif 20 Tablet

Manufactured byAJANTA PHARMA LTD
ContainsVardenafil
Description
Valif 20 Tablet is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in adult men, a condition that causes difficulty in having an erection during sexual intercourse. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis and thereby causing an erection. Valif 20 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, indigestion, headache, sleepiness, skin rash, dry mouth, prolonged erections, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen. Valif 20 Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. Take this medicine one hour before sexual activity. Valif 20 Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures or pre-existing heart, kidney, liver, eye or ear problems before beginning treatment with this medicine. It is not recommended for use in women and children below 18 years of age.
QUICK LINKS:
Side effectsConcernsUsageRelated products

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Valif 20 Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Indigestion
  • Flushing (reddening of the skin)
  • Blocked or runny nose
  • Headache
  • Swelling of face, lips, or throat
  • Sleepiness
  • Eye pain and discomfort
  • Ringing in ears
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Breathlessness
  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dry mouth
  • Skin rash
  • Prolonged erections

Uses of Valif 20 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Erectile Dysfunction
Read More
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Valif 20 Tablet begins to show its effect within ten minutes after intake.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Valif 20 Tablet remains effective for an approximate duration of 24 hours after intake.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Valif 20 Tablet may increase your risk of low blood pressure. It may also increase your risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, etc.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Valif 20 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.

Allergy

Avoid Valif 20 Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Riociguat

Riociguat is a medicine used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in your lungs) and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in your lungs due to the presence of blood clots). Concurrent use of Valif 20 Tablet and Riociguat is not recommended due to the increased risk of low blood pressure.

Nitrate containing medicines

Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended if you are taking medicines containing nitrates, such as glycerol trinitrate or amyl nitrite for angina (chest pain), as concurrent use of these medicines could seriously affect your blood pressure and worsen your condition.

Non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION)

Non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION) is a condition resulting in loss of vision due to damage to the optic nerve from the insufficient blood supply. Valif 20 Tablet may affect your vision and is not recommended if you have lost vision in one eye due to NAION due to the increased risk of vision loss in the other eye.

Retinitis pigmentosa

Retinitis pigmentosa is a rare, genetic problem that damages the retina (light-sensitive tissue that lines the back of your eye). This may result in difficulty seeing at night and a loss of side vision. Valif 20 Tablet may affect your vision and is not recommended if you have retinitis pigmentosa due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Hypotension

Valif 20 Tablet may cause low blood pressure and is not recommended if you have a history of hypotension (low blood pressure) due to the increased risk of a severe drop in your blood pressure.

Heart diseases

Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended if you have recently had a stroke (damage to your brain resulting from reduced/blocked blood supply) or heart attack due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Severe kidney impairment

Kidney impairment is a condition with a loss of kidney function. Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended if you have severe kidney impairment requiring dialysis (a procedure to remove waste products and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys fail to function).

Severe liver impairment

Liver impairment is a condition with a loss of liver function. Valif 20 Tablet is metabolized and broken down by the liver and is not recommended if you have severe liver impairment due to the increased risk of undesired side effects, resulting from the accumulation of this medicine in your body.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.

Breast-feeding

Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended for use in women.
General warnings

Other medicines

Valif 20 Tablet may interact with other medicines and cause undesired side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Driving or Operating machines

Valif 20 Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. If you experience any symptoms that may affect your mental alertness, do not drive vehicles or operate machines.

Use in children

Valif 20 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Valif 20 Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Valif 20 Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Valif 20 Tablet may increase your risk of low blood pressure. It may also increase your risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, etc.
Interaction with Medicine

Antihypertensives

Indinavir

Procainamide

Efavirenz

Itraconazole

Amiodarone

Quinidine

Ritonavir

Ketoconazole

Clarithromycin

Disease interactions

Heart Disease

Valif 20 Tablet should be used with caution if you have pre-existing heart problems due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Priapism

Priapism is a condition that causes a persistent and painful erection without sexual stimulation that lasts for four hours or more. Valif 20 Tablet may increase your risk of priapism. Inform your doctor if you experience a painful erection while on treatment with this medicine.

Kidney Disease

Valif 20 Tablet is eliminated by kidneys and should be used with caution if you have pre-existing kidney problems (mild to moderate) due to the increased risk of side effects, resulting from the accumulation of this medicine in your body. Your kidney function needs to be closely monitored and dose adjustments may be required based on your clinical condition.

QT Prolongation

QT Prolongation is a condition that causes an irregular heart rhythm. Valif 20 Tablet causes QT interval prolongation and should be used with caution due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Hearing loss

Valif 20 Tablet may increase your risk of hearing problems, often associated with tinnitus (ringing sensation in your ears) or dizziness. Inform your doctor if you experience such symptoms while on treatment with this medicine.

Seizures

Valif 20 Tablet should be used with caution if you have a history of seizures (fits) due to the increased risk of a seizure attack.
Food interactions
Grapefruit juice may increase the absorption and effectiveness of Valif 20 Tablet. This may enhance the severity of Valif 20 Tablet related side effects. Hence it is recommended to avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while on treatment with this medicine.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Valif 20 Tablet with or without food. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Valif 20 Tablet as it may cause low blood pressure. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines if you experience any symptoms that may affect your alertness after taking Valif 20 Tablet.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Valif 20 Tablet works by increasing blood flow to the penis and thereby causes an erection during sexual intercourse.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Impotence agents, Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors

Schedule

Schedule H

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Vardenafil 20 mg tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/9658/smpc>

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9658.pdf>

Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2007/021400s010lbl.pdf>

Rad-ar.or.jp. 2021. Search results detail| Kusurino-Shiori(Drug information Sheet). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].

https://www.rad-ar.or.jp/siori/english/kekka.cgi?n=33735>

Drugs, H., 2021. Vardenafil: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a603035.html>
Loading related questions...
Something doesn’t feel right?
Report an error

Information on this page was last updated on 28 Dec 2021

Disclaimer

We’ve made all possible efforts to ensure that the information provided here is accurate, up-to-date and complete, however, it should not be treated as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Practo only provides reference source for common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. The absence of a warning for any drug or combination thereof, should not be assumed to indicate that the drug or combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for any given patient. Practo does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information provided above. If you have any doubts about your medication then we strongly recommend that you consult with your doctor, nurse or healthcare provider. See detailed T&C here.