Staxyn (Vardenafil Hydrochloride)

The recommended dose of STAXYN will be different for different men, however. Talk to your doctor about the correct dosage for you.

STAXYN Overdose

No more than one dose of STAXYN every 24 hours should be taken. Call your doctor immediately if you think you've overdosed on STAXYN.

Common Side Effects of STAXYN

Some side effects of STAXYN such as stuffy nose, sneezing, and a warm feeling or redness in the face, neck, arms, and upper chest may go away as your body adjusts to the medicine. While these side effects do not usually need medical attention, talk to your doctor if they become bothersome.

Severe Side Effects of STAXYN

Check in with your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects while taking STAXYN:

• Pain in the arm, back, or jaw
• Hearing loss
• Blindness, blurry vision, or decreased vision
• Pain, discomfort, or tightness in the chest
• Chills, cold sweats
• Dizziness, lightheadedness or faintness
• Racing, pounding heartbeat pr pulse
• Nausea, vomiting
• Hives, itching
• Skin rash or puffiness or swelling of eyelids, face, lip, tongue, eyes
• Unusual tiredness or feeling of weakness

Rare Side Effects of STAXYN

Some STAXYN side effects are less common, including:

• Ejaculating abnormally
• Pain in the back or other areas
• "Pins and needles" sensation of the skin
• Sour stomach
• Diarrhea
• Dry, sore throat
• Fever
• Heartburn, indigestion

In 2007, the FDA issued safety information about STAXYN and other ED medicines, warning of possible sudden hearing loss in some men.

The information was issued after a case report in medical literature that described a man having sudden hearing loss after taking Viagra (sildenafil).

While no direct cause and effect was demonstrated, the FDA said that the link found between the ED drug use and hearing loss in the case report and other reports warranted a change in the label to reflect the potential problem.

If your erection is painful or continues beyond four hours as a result of taking STAXYN, you should contact your doctor right away.

A prolonged erection could cause serious and permanent injury to your penis.

Pregnancy and STAXYN

STAXYN is only for use in men. Women should never take it, especially if they are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Many medicines interact with STAXYN and should be avoided if possible, including::

• Dronedarone (Multaq)
• Fluconazole (Diflucan)
• Nelfinavir (Viracept)
• Nitroglycerin (Nitro-BID, Nitro-Dur, others)
• Posaconazole (Noxafil)
• Isosorbide Mononitrate (Imdur, Ismo, Monoket)

If any of these medications are required, you and your doctor will need to weigh the potential risks and benefits of taking them while also taking STAXYN.

Your doctor may change the dosage of one or both medicines, as well as how often you take them.

STAXYN and Alcohol

When taking STAXYN, you should not drink alcohol excessively. Too much alcohol can increase the risk of side effects such as headache, dizziness, and low blood pressure.

STAXYN and Grapefruit

While you are using STAXYN, do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice. Doing so affects the way the drug is metabolized and can increase the risk of side effects.

STAXYN and Other Interactions

Don"t take STAXYN if you use street drugs containing nitrates, commonly known as "poppers."

Always tell your doctor about any prescription, non-prescription, over-the-counter (OTC), illegal and recreational drugs you are taking, as well as herbal remedies and nutritional and dietary supplements.