Compare AVANAFIL (Avanafil) and SILDENAFIL (Sildenafil Citrate) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Avanafil · PDE5 Inhibitor
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action The physiologic mechanism of erection of the penis involves release of nitric oxide (NO) in the corpus cavernosum during sexual stimulation. NO then activa...
Approved for
Sildenafil Citrate, Viagra, Revatio · PDE5 Inhibitor
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action The physiologic mechanism of erection of the penis involves release of nitric oxide (NO) in the corpus cavernosum during sexual stimulation. NO then activa...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 25 Reddit discussions
AVANAFIL
38%
positive
13 threads
SILDENAFIL
33%
positive
12 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
13 Reddit threads analysed for AVANAFIL
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
10 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
I see a ton of prostate cancer patients on androgen deprivation therapy; many of them are low income, and the insurance companies always want PA's (even on the new generic viagras), which I don't have time to do. I've tried rx'ing some of the other drugs (e.g. avanafil) with the manufacturer assist
I got tired of answering the same questions, so I thought a sort of summary might be helpful. **Erectile dysfunction (ED), causes and remedies** **The basics** ED refers to a persistent problem with not getting an erection, especially when attempting to have intercourse. Men want to know if their E
Mine has to be avanafil. Whoever came up with that has a good sense of humour.
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# https://preview.redd.it/laioqhfs5gd31.jpg?width=690&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5ee46d2f786cc81f371262465c3e6e801da10397 # Erectile dysfunction (ED), also commonly referred to as impotence , is the general and prolonged inability of a man to obtain or sustain a penile erection that is har
I (44M) have had ED with accompanying low libido since I was 26. I very much remember when it started and there was no obvious psychological trigger. I was in a relationship and things were going pretty well. I’ve been convinced over the years that there must be a physical cause but no one can find
*BLOKES who take Viagra are almost twice as likely to suffer sight problems that can lead to blindness, research reveals.* [LOVE IS BLIND - Men who take Viagra ‘twice as likely to suffer eyesight problems and go blind’](https://preview.redd.it/ou03pa1gbqs81.jpg?width=620&format=pjpg&auto=web
Hello everyone, I recently shared my experience with using viagra since beeing floxed: [Has anyone also had week long side effects from Sildenafil (Viagra) post flox? : r/floxies](https://www.reddit.com/r/floxies/comments/1n9ct31/has_anyone_also_had_week_long_side_effects_from/) and wanted to give
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
12 Reddit threads analysed for SILDENAFIL
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
119 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
https://imgur.com/a/jyU3YII My baby has been in the hospital for a week and they just keep finding more stuff wrong with him. Pretty sure I just had a nervous breakdown because there is no solution or plan and I just want to figure out what’s wrong. TL;DR: heart murmur, pulmonary hypertension, PDA,
I’m reaching out for advice and support regarding my boyfriend, who is currently in the hospital on a ventilator. He’s 37 years old, 5'8", and weighs 180 pounds. His health has deteriorated rapidly over the past few months, and I’m desperate to find answers. In July, he took some herbal Chinese medi
Inspired by the very interesting and informative pharmacy in Denmark thread, I thought I would tell you about pharmacy in my country. * Pharmacy is a 4 year undergraduate degree and to become a registered pharmacist, you must also complete a year of supervised practice (called internship but it is p
I have a patient who has been refilling his sildenafil earlier and earlier each month. It's for 100mg once daily for ED. So far he's had 5 fills since the beginning of the year. Each Rx has been for 30 tablets for a 30 day supply. To be more specific the dates are: * 01/05/24 * 01/22/24 (17 days)\*
I'm desperate for help, this is not an ER-level emergency but I'm scared and need direction. Husband is 38, caucasian, 5'10" and about 200-215 lbs. Only past medical issues were the occasional migraines as a teenager (Imitrex) and mild ED (Sildenafil). We are in Ontario, Canada. He's in moderately g
Why do seasoned doctors still write so many rx without frequency? I’m working at a store that is getting killed by rite aid transfer in and I don’t have time for them! Omeprazole 20 mg “take 1 capsule as directed as needed” Oxycodone 30 mg “take 1 tablet as needed for pain” Sildenafil 20 “take 1-5
I have a ton of patients trying to be on both sildenafil and tadalafil, and at their highest strengths. Correct me if I’m wrong but they both work the same exact way with minuscule differences (without food/ no regards to food and duration of action obviously), but what on the world is going on? No
Please help….is there any justification for a patient to be taking both these #30 and refilling both of them about every 15-20 days? This guy got mad when I wouldn’t fill both for him and said how he was a male stripper that needed these to survive
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
Both AVANAFIL and SILDENAFIL belong to the PDE5 Inhibitor class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients.
Both medications are approved for See full prescribing information. When two drugs treat the same condition, the choice between them often depends on the patient's medical history, other medications, tolerability, and prescriber preference.
AVANAFIL carries 4 FDA warnings. SILDENAFIL carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
This comparison is for informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making medication decisions.
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