PDE5 inhibitor
What to do if you miss a dose of Vardenafil
Missing a dose of Vardenafil (Vardenafil) is common — most people will skip a dose at some point during a course. The right action depends on how long since the missed dose and whether Vardenafil is taken event-driven or daily at 5mg, 10mg, 20mg. The wrong action — doubling up — is not recommended.
For daily Vardenafil
If Vardenafil is taken daily for a chronic condition, take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. In that case skip the missed dose and continue normally. According to the prescribing information for Vardenafil, two doses should never be taken close together to "make up" for a miss.
For event-driven Vardenafil
If Vardenafil is used as needed (not on a fixed schedule), there is no "missed dose" in the conventional sense — simply take the planned dose when needed and observe the recommended gap before re-dosing. Vardenafil selectively inhibits PDE5, the enzyme that breaks down cyclic guanosine monophosphate in the corpus cavernosum.
Frequently asked questions
Should I double the dose if I missed Vardenafil? ▾
No. Doubling doses of Vardenafil to compensate is not recommended at any 5mg, 10mg, 20mg strength and increases the risk of side effects without improving efficacy. Take the next scheduled dose normally.
How many missed doses are too many? ▾
Occasional missed doses of Vardenafil are usually inconsequential. Repeated missed doses can compromise the therapeutic effect — for chronic conditions like those treated with PDE5 inhibitor, consistent dosing matters. If adherence is hard, discuss reminders, simpler schedules or alternative formulations with the prescriber.
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