Vardenafil interactions
Vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn), a PDE5 inhibitor has 163 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 36 major, 106 moderate, 13 minor, and 8 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.
Major interactions (36)
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
This risk which can be fatal should be considered in patients with certain cardiovascular disorders including known QT prolongation or history torsades de pointes, those with proarrhythmic conditions, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval. (Azithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)
Avoid use in patients with known prolongation, those with hypokalemia, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval. (Ciprofloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
Co-administration of these phosphodiesterase inhibitors with clarithromycin is not recommended. (Clarithromycin label, Drug interactions)
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- DofetilideantiarrhythmicMajor
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- DronedaroneantiarrhythmicMajor
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Esmololbeta blockerMajor
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- FlecainideantiarrhythmicMajor
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
Coadministration of other drugs known to prolong the QT interval and which are metabolized via the enzyme CYP3A4 such as erythromycin, pimozide, and quinidine are contraindicated in patients receiving fluconazole. (Fluconazole label, Contraindications)
- FosfomycinantibioticMajor
Avoid co-administration of CONTEPO with drugs known to prolong the QT interval. (Fosfomycin label, Drug interactions)
Therefore, PLAQUENIL is not recommended in patients taking other drugs that have the potential to prolong the QT interval. (Hydroxychloroquine label, Warnings and precautions)
- IloperidoneantipsychoticMajor
Avoid the use of FANAPT in combination with any other drugs that prolong the QT interval [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . (Iloperidone label, Drug interactions)
- Isosorbide dinitratenitrateMajor
Administration with nitrates and nitric oxide donors ( 2.4 , 4.1 ) (Vardenafil label, Contraindications)
- Isosorbide dinitrate and hydralazinenitrateMajor
Administration with nitrates and nitric oxide donors ( 2.4 , 4.1 ) (Vardenafil label, Contraindications)
Administration with nitrates and nitric oxide donors ( 2.4 , 4.1 ) (Vardenafil label, Contraindications)
Darifenacin Vardenafil Not recommended during and 2 weeks after TOLSURA treatment. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)
- IvabradineMajor
Bradycardia may increase the risk of QT prolongation which may lead to severe ventricular arrhythmias, including torsade de pointes, especially in patients with risk factors such as use of QTc prolonging drugs [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.2 )] . (Ivabradine label, Warnings and precautions)
Avoid use in patients with known prolongation, those with hypokalemia, and with other drugs that prolong the QT interval ( 5.11 , 8.5 ) (Levofloxacin label, Warnings and precautions)
- Lidocainelocal anestheticMajor
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Lidocaine and prilocainelocal anestheticMajor
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
Examples diazepam, alprazolam, alcohol Drugs that Prolong QTc Interval Clinical Impact The concomitant use of other drugs which prolong the QTc interval with REMERON/REMERONSolTab, increase the risk of QT prolongation and/or ventricular arrhythmias (e.g., Torsades de Pointes). (Mirtazapine label, Drug interactions)
Administration with nitrates and nitric oxide donors ( 2.4 , 4.1 ) (Vardenafil label, Contraindications)
Drugs that Prolong the QT Interval : Avoid concomitant use. (Phenobarbital label, Drug interactions)
- PitolisantQT-prolonging drugMajor
The use of WAKIX should be avoided in patients with known QT prolongation or in combination with other drugs known to prolong the QT interval [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )]. (Pitolisant label, Warnings and precautions)
- PropafenoneantiarrhythmicMajor
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- RiociguatvasodilatorMajor
Administration with guanylate cyclase (GC) stimulators, such as riociguat ( 2.4 , 4.2 ) (Vardenafil label, Contraindications)
Avoid the concomitant use of drugs known to prolong the QTc interval. (Sertraline label, Drug interactions)
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- TetrabenazineVMAT2 inhibitorMajor
Certain conditions may increase the risk for torsade de pointes or sudden death such as (1) bradycardia; (2) hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia; (3) concomitant use of other drugs that prolong the QTc interval; and (4) presence of congenital prolongation of the QT interval [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 ), Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ]. (Tetrabenazine label, Drug interactions)
QT Prolongation : Patients with congenital QT syndrome or taking class IA or III antiarrhythmics should avoid using vardenafil hydrochloride tablets. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- VericiguatvasodilatorMajor
PDE-5 Inhibitors: Concomitant use is not recommended. (Vericiguat label, Drug interactions)
…drugs, ziprasidone is contraindicated: • in patients with a known history of QT prolongation (including congenital long QT syndrome) • in patients with recent acute myocardial infarction • in patients with uncompensated heart failure Pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic studies between ziprasidone and other drugs that prolong the QT interval have not been performed. (Ziprasidone label, Contraindications)
Moderate interactions (106)
Alcohol: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets (20 mg) did not potentiate the hypotensive effects of alcohol during the 4-hour observation period in healthy volunteers when administered with alcohol (0.5 g/kg body weight, approximately 40 mL of absolute alcohol in a 70 kg person). (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Alfuzosinalpha blockerModerate
Clinical pharmacology studies have been conducted with co-administration of vardenafil with alfuzosin, terazosin or tamsulosin. [See Dosage and Administration (2.4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.6) , and Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) .] Antihypertensives: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets may add to the blood pressure lowering effects of antihypertensive agents. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- AliskirenantihypertensiveModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Amiloridepotassium-sparing diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Amlodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Amlodipine and benazeprildihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- AspirinNSAIDModerate
There is no clinical evidence of any additive prolongation of the bleeding time when vardenafil is administered with aspirin. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentModerate
There is no clinical evidence of any additive prolongation of the bleeding time when vardenafil is administered with aspirin. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Atenololbeta blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- AvanafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate
Prolonged Erection Prolonged erection greater than 4 hours and priapism (painful erections greater than 6 hours in duration) have been reported with other PDE5 inhibitors. (Avanafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Azilsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- BenazeprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamideantiretroviralModerate
PDE-5 inhibitors for erectile dysfunction (ED): Refer to the prescribing information of PDE-5 inhibitors for dose recommendations. (Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide label, Drug interactions)
- Bisoprololbeta blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazidebeta blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- BuprenorphineopioidModerate
The risk of combining buprenorphine with other QT-prolonging agents is not known. (Buprenorphine label, Warnings and precautions)
- Buprenorphine and naloxoneopioidModerate
The risk of combining buprenorphine with other QT-prolonging agents is not known. (Buprenorphine and naloxone label, Warnings and precautions)
- Candesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- CaptoprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Carvedilolbeta blockerModerate
Alpha-Blockers : Caution is advised when PDE5 inhibitors are co-administered with alpha-blockers. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- CenobamateanticonvulsantModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Chlorthalidonethiazide diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- CimetidineH2 blockerModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- CitalopramSSRIModerate
Avoid use of Citalopram Capsules in patients with congenital long QT syndrome, bradycardia, hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia, recent acute myocardial infarction, or uncompensated heart failure and patients taking other drugs that prolong the QTc interval. (Citalopram label, Warnings and precautions)
- Clonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- CyclosporineimmunosuppressantModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Deferasiroxiron supplementModerate
…ergotamine, everolimus, felodipine, fentanyl, hormonal contraceptive agents, indinavir, fluticasone, lopinavir, lovastatin, lurasidone, maraviroc, midazolam, nisoldipine, pimozide, quetiapine, quinidine, saquinavir, sildenafil, simvastatin, sirolimus, tacrolimus, tolvaptan, tipranavir, triazolam, ticagrelor, and vardenafil) [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . (Deferasirox label, Drug interactions)
- Doxazosinalpha blockerModerate
Alpha-Blockers : Caution is advised when PDE5 inhibitors are co-administered with alpha-blockers. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Dutasteride and tamsulosin5-alpha reductase inhibitorModerate
Clinical pharmacology studies have been conducted with co-administration of vardenafil with alfuzosin, terazosin or tamsulosin. [See Dosage and Administration (2.4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.6) , and Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) .] Antihypertensives: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets may add to the blood pressure lowering effects of antihypertensive agents. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- EnalaprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Eplerenonealdosterone antagonistModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Ethacrynic acidloop diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- EverolimusimmunosuppressantModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Felodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- FentanylopioidModerate
…prolonged QT interval, 3) treatment with Class 1 and Class III antiarrhythmics, 4) treatment with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI's), 5) concomitant treatment with other drug products known to prolong the QT interval and 6) electrolyte imbalance, in particular hypokalemia and hypomagnesemia, or concomitant treatment with drugs (e.g., diuretics) that may cause electrolyte… (Fentanyl label, Warnings and precautions)
- FluoxetineSSRIModerate
Use with caution in combination with other drugs that prolong the QT interval ( 4.2 , 5.11 , 7.7 , 7.8 ) 7.1 Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOI) [See Dosage and Administration ( 2.9 , 2.10 ), Contraindications ( 4.1 ), and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . (Fluoxetine label, Drug interactions)
- Formoterolbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate
…Antidepressants, QTc Prolonging Drugs Formoterol, as with other beta 2 -agonists, should be administered with extreme caution to patients being treated with monoamine oxidase inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants, or drugs known to prolong the QTc interval because the effect of adrenergic agonists on the cardiovascular system may be potentiated by these agents. (Formoterol label, Drug interactions)
- FosinoprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Furosemideloop diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- GrapefruitFood and drinkModerate
…recommended not to exceed a single 5 mg dose of vardenafil hydrochloride tablets in a 24-hour period when used in combination with erythromycin. [See Dosage and Administration (2.4) and Warnings and Precautions (5) .] Although specific interactions have not been studied, other CYP3A4 inhibitors, including grapefruit juice would likely increase vardenafil exposure. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Guanfacinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- HaloperidolantipsychoticModerate
Concomitant use of HALDOL DECANOATE with other products that prolong the QTc interval may result in a greater increase in the QTc interval, and adverse reactions associated with QTc interval prolongation, including torsade de pointes, other serious arrythmias, and sudden death [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. (Haloperidol label, Drug interactions)
- HydralazinevasodilatorModerate
When vasodilators are used in combination, an additive effect on blood pressure may be anticipated. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Hydrochlorothiazidethiazide diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Indapamidethiazide diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Irbesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- IsoniazidantibioticModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Isradipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate
A 5-mg vardenafil hydrochloride tablet dose should not be exceeded in a 24-hour period when used in combination with 200 mg once daily ketoconazole. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Labetalolbeta blockerModerate
Alpha-Blockers : Caution is advised when PDE5 inhibitors are co-administered with alpha-blockers. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- LisinoprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazideACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Lofexidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Losartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Losartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- MethyldopaantihypertensiveModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Metolazonethiazide diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Metoprololbeta blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- MetronidazoleantibioticModerate
Drugs that Prolong the QT Interval QT prolongation has been reported, particularly when metronidazole was administered with drugs with the potential for prolonging the QT interval. (Metronidazole label, Drug interactions)
- MinoxidilvasodilatorModerate
When vasodilators are used in combination, an additive effect on blood pressure may be anticipated. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- MoexiprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- MoxifloxacinfluoroquinoloneModerate
Congenital or Acquired QT Prolongation In a study of the effect of vardenafil hydrochloride tablets on QT interval in 59 healthy males [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) ] , therapeutic (10 mg) and supratherapeutic (80 mg) doses of vardenafil and the active control moxifloxacin (400 mg) produced similar increases in QTc interval. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Nadololbeta blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Nebivololbeta blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Nicardipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Nifedipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate
In these patients whose hypertension was controlled with nifedipine, vardenafil hydrochloride tablets 20 mg produced mean additional supine systolic/diastolic blood pressure reductions of 6/5 mmHg compared to placebo. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Nisoldipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Olmesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- PalbociclibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- PaliperidoneantipsychoticModerate
…combination with other drugs that are known to prolong QTc including Class 1A (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class III (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol) antiarrhythmic medications, antipsychotic medications (e.g., chlorpromazine, thioridazine), antibiotics (e.g., gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin), or any other class of medications known to prolong the QTc interval. (Paliperidone label, Warnings and precautions)
- PerampanelanticonvulsantModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- PerindoprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- PhenylephrinedecongestantModerate
Antagonistic Effects (decrease in BIORPHEN blood pressure effect) can occur with α-adrenergic antagonists, phosphodiesterase Type 5 inhibitors, mixed α- and β-receptor antagonists, calcium channel blockers, benzodiazepines and ACE inhibitors, centrally acting sympatholytic agents. (Phenylephrine label, Drug interactions)
- Pindololbeta blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Posaconazoleazole antifungalModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Prazosinalpha blockerModerate
Alpha-Blockers : Caution is advised when PDE5 inhibitors are co-administered with alpha-blockers. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Propranololbeta blockerModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- QuetiapineantipsychoticModerate
…Class 1A antiarrythmics (e.g., quinidine, procainamide) or Class III antiarrythmics (e.g., amiodarone, sotalol), antipsychotic medications (e.g., ziprasidone, chlorpromazine, thioridazine), antibiotics (e.g., gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin), or any other class of medications known to prolong the QTc interval (e.g., pentamidine, levomethadyl acetate, methadone). (Quetiapine label, Warnings and precautions)
- QuinaprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- RamiprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- RanolazineQT-prolonging drugModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Sacubitril and valsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- SildenafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate
As with other PDE5 inhibitors, SILDENAFIL ORAL FILM has systemic vasodilatory properties that resulted in transient decreases in supine blood pressure in healthy volunteers. (Sildenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Spironolactonealdosterone antagonistModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazidealdosterone antagonistModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Suvorexantsedative-hypnoticModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- TadalafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate
As with other PDE5 inhibitors, tadalafil has mild systemic vasodilatory properties that may result in transient decreases in blood pressure. (Tadalafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Tamsulosinalpha blockerModerate
Clinical pharmacology studies have been conducted with co-administration of vardenafil with alfuzosin, terazosin or tamsulosin. [See Dosage and Administration (2.4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.6) , and Clinical Pharmacology (12.2) .] Antihypertensives: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets may add to the blood pressure lowering effects of antihypertensive agents. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Telmisartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Terazosinalpha blockerModerate
Alpha-Blockers : Caution is advised when PDE5 inhibitors are co-administered with alpha-blockers. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Tizanidinemuscle relaxantModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Torsemideloop diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- TrandolaprilACE inhibitorModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Treprostinilprostaglandin analogModerate
When vasodilators are used in combination, an additive effect on blood pressure may be anticipated. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
- Triamterenepotassium-sparing diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazidepotassium-sparing diureticModerate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Umeclidinium and vilanterolanticholinergicModerate
…like other beta 2 -agonists, should be administered with extreme caution to patients being treated with monoamine oxidase inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants, or drugs known to prolong the QTc interval or within 2 weeks of discontinuation of such agents, because the effect of adrenergic agonists on the cardiovascular system may be potentiated by these agents. (Umeclidinium and vilanterol label, Drug interactions)
- Valsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Moderate
Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Voriconazoleazole antifungalModerate
Potential for Drug Interactions with Strong or Moderate CYP3A4 Inhibitors Concomitant administration with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as ritonavir, indinavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) or moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as erythromycin) increases plasma concentrations of vardenafil. (Vardenafil label, Warnings and precautions)
Minor mentions (13)
- Antacids (Tums, Maalox, Mylanta)OTC productMinor
Other Drug Interactions No pharmacokinetic interactions were observed between vardenafil and the following drugs: glyburide, warfarin, digoxin, an antacid based on magnesium-aluminum hydroxide, and ranitidine. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Cannabidiol (prescription)anticonvulsantMinor
The interaction is a consequence of blocking hepatic metabolism of vardenafil by ritonavir, a HIV protease inhibitor and a highly strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, which also inhibits CYP2C9. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- CapecitabineantimetaboliteMinor
The interaction is a consequence of blocking hepatic metabolism of vardenafil by ritonavir, a HIV protease inhibitor and a highly strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, which also inhibits CYP2C9. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- DisulfiramCYP2C9 inhibitorMinor
The interaction is a consequence of blocking hepatic metabolism of vardenafil by ritonavir, a HIV protease inhibitor and a highly strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, which also inhibits CYP2C9. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- FluvastatinstatinMinor
The interaction is a consequence of blocking hepatic metabolism of vardenafil by ritonavir, a HIV protease inhibitor and a highly strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, which also inhibits CYP2C9. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- GlyburidesulfonylureaMinor
Other Drug Interactions No pharmacokinetic interactions were observed between vardenafil and the following drugs: glyburide, warfarin, digoxin, an antacid based on magnesium-aluminum hydroxide, and ranitidine. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Glyburide and metforminsulfonylureaMinor
Other Drug Interactions No pharmacokinetic interactions were observed between vardenafil and the following drugs: glyburide, warfarin, digoxin, an antacid based on magnesium-aluminum hydroxide, and ranitidine. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Miconazoleazole antifungalMinor
The interaction is a consequence of blocking hepatic metabolism of vardenafil by ritonavir, a HIV protease inhibitor and a highly strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, which also inhibits CYP2C9. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Sodium bicarbonateantacidMinor
Other Drug Interactions No pharmacokinetic interactions were observed between vardenafil and the following drugs: glyburide, warfarin, digoxin, an antacid based on magnesium-aluminum hydroxide, and ranitidine. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprimsulfonamideMinor
The interaction is a consequence of blocking hepatic metabolism of vardenafil by ritonavir, a HIV protease inhibitor and a highly strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, which also inhibits CYP2C9. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- TrimethoprimantibioticMinor
The interaction is a consequence of blocking hepatic metabolism of vardenafil by ritonavir, a HIV protease inhibitor and a highly strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, which also inhibits CYP2C9. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- WarfarinanticoagulantMinor
Other Drug Interactions No pharmacokinetic interactions were observed between vardenafil and the following drugs: glyburide, warfarin, digoxin, an antacid based on magnesium-aluminum hydroxide, and ranitidine. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Zafirlukastleukotriene receptor antagonistMinor
The interaction is a consequence of blocking hepatic metabolism of vardenafil by ritonavir, a HIV protease inhibitor and a highly strong CYP3A4 inhibitor, which also inhibits CYP2C9. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
No significant interaction reported (8)
- DabigatrananticoagulantNo interaction
While concomitant use of vardenafil hydrochloride tablets did not significantly increase plasma concentrations of digoxin, a P-gp substrate, the effect on plasma concentrations of P-gp substrates that are more sensitive than digoxin (e.g. dabigatran) is not known. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin aspartinsulinNo interaction
Other interactions: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets had no effect on the pharmacodynamics of glyburide (glucose and insulin concentrations) and warfarin (prothrombin time or other pharmacodynamic parameters). (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin degludecinsulinNo interaction
Other interactions: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets had no effect on the pharmacodynamics of glyburide (glucose and insulin concentrations) and warfarin (prothrombin time or other pharmacodynamic parameters). (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin detemirinsulinNo interaction
Other interactions: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets had no effect on the pharmacodynamics of glyburide (glucose and insulin concentrations) and warfarin (prothrombin time or other pharmacodynamic parameters). (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin glargineinsulinNo interaction
Other interactions: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets had no effect on the pharmacodynamics of glyburide (glucose and insulin concentrations) and warfarin (prothrombin time or other pharmacodynamic parameters). (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin lisproinsulinNo interaction
Other interactions: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets had no effect on the pharmacodynamics of glyburide (glucose and insulin concentrations) and warfarin (prothrombin time or other pharmacodynamic parameters). (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- Insulin regular (human)insulinNo interaction
Other interactions: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets had no effect on the pharmacodynamics of glyburide (glucose and insulin concentrations) and warfarin (prothrombin time or other pharmacodynamic parameters). (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
- TirzepatideGLP-1 receptor agonistNo interaction
Other interactions: Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets had no effect on the pharmacodynamics of glyburide (glucose and insulin concentrations) and warfarin (prothrombin time or other pharmacodynamic parameters). (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)
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