About Spedra Tablets
Spedra, or branded Avanafil, is an erectile dysfunction medication for men over the age of 18. Designed to address issues related to maintaining an erection, Spedra offers a solution for those seeking to improve their sexual performance.
| Medication Name | Spedra |
| Active Ingredient | Avanafil |
| Dosage | 50mg, 100mg, 200mg |
| Medication Form | Tablets |
| Used to Treat | Erectile Dysfunction |
| Available as | Branded Avanafil |
| Common Side Effects | Headache, skin flushing, nasal congestion |
| Who is the medication suitable for | Men over the age of 18 |
| Does it require a prescription? | Yes |
| How should it be used? | Take one 15-30 minutes before sex |
| Patient Information Leaflet | Spedra Patient Information Leaflet |
How does Spedra work?
Spedra works by helping to relax the blood vessels in your penis, allowing blood to flow into your penis when you get sexually excited. Spedra only helps you to get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. It is intended for use in adult men with erectile dysfunction, which is the inability to achieve or maintain a hard, erect penis suitable for sexual activity.
What is Spedra used for?
Spedra is a treatment for men facing challenges with erectile dysfunction, helping to support an erection in the context of sexual stimulation.
How to take Spedra Tablets
Take one Spedra tablet about 30 minutes before sexual activity, and don’t take more than once a day. Follow your GP or pharmacist’s instructions on dosage, usually starting with a middle dose, adjusting based on effectiveness and tolerance.
Swallow the tablet whole with water and take it with or without food, but heavy meals might slow its effect.
Spedra Dosage
Spedra tablets come in doses of 50 mg, 100 mg, and 200 mg tablets. The usual dose is 100 mg, but your GP or pharmacist might adjust this based on effectiveness and side effects.
For those on certain medications, like moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors, the dose might be adjusted, and a 100 mg tablet might be recommended with at least 2 days between doses. Depending on how you respond, you might be prescribed a lower dose (Spedra 50 mg) or a higher dose (Spedra 200 mg).
Spedra Ingredients
Active Ingredient: Avanafil
Inactive Ingredient: Mannitol, Fumaric acid, Hydroxypropylcellulose, Hydroxypropylcellulose (low substituted), Calcium carbonate, Magnesium stearate, Ferric oxide yellow (E172).
Side Effects of Spedra Tablets
Common Side Effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
- Headache
- Skin Flushing
- Nasal congestion
Uncommon Side Effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
- Feeling dizzy
- Feeling sleepy or very tired
- Sinus congestion
- Back pain
- Hot flush
- Feeling out of breath when exerting yourself
- Changes in heartbeat seen on an ECG
- Increased heart rate
- Feeling heartbeats (palpitations)
- Indigestion or feeling sick
- Blurry vision
- Raised liver enzymes
Serious Side Effects (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)
- Erection lasting more than 4 hours (priapism) which requires immediate treatment
- Blurred vision
- Sudden decrease or loss of vision in one or both eyes
- Sudden decrease or loss of hearing, possibly with dizziness and ringing in the ears
If you experience any side effects, including those not listed, or if any side effects become serious, stop taking Spedra and seek immediate medical advice from your GP or pharmacist. Always read the patient information leaflet for a full list of side effects.
Spedra Warnings
- Keep out of the SIGHT and REACH of children
- Spedra does not require any special storage conditions.
Alternatives to Spedra
- Cialis: Branded tadalafil, effective for up to 36 hours, allowing more spontaneity.
- Sildenafil: Branded Viagra, effective for 4-6 hours, often used as a first-line treatment.
- Tadalafil: Available as a daily tablet for those who prefer not to plan intercourse around medication timings.
- Viagra: Well-known for treating erectile dysfunction, effective within 30-60 minutes and lasts for about 4-6 hours.
