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Brand: Levitra, Staxyn
Vardenafil is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor used to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). It belongs to a class of drugs that improve blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation, facilitating an erection. Vardenafil works by enhancing the effects of nitric oxide, a natural chemical in the body that relaxes smooth muscles in the penis, allowing for increased blood flow.
For the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED).
Outcome:
Severe hypotension (low blood pressure)
Mechanism:
Synergistic vasodilation
Outcome:
Increased risk of hypotension
Mechanism:
Additive vasodilatory effects
Outcome:
Slight decrease in vardenafil absorption
Mechanism:
Changes in gastric pH
Most likely new formulation: Long-acting or combination therapy with other ED drugs (2025, 60% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and patent expirations, generic vardenafil is predicted to maintain a stable market share in the ED treatment market.
Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) Inhibitor
Pyrazolopyrimidinone