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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:38 PM IST
Varplay-20 Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction. It contains vardenafil, which works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allowing the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as headache, dizziness, flushing, indigestion, and runny nose.
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Composition

VARDENAFIL-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Jupiter Biolabs Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-26

for this medicine

About Varplay-20 Tablet

Varplay-20 Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction is the inability to keep a hard and erect penis suitable for sexual activity. Varplay-20 Tablet does not prevent pregnancy or the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. It does not increase sexual desire or cure erectile dysfunction. 
 
Varplay-20 Tablet contains ‘vardenafil’, which works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allowing the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. It reduces the action of natural chemicals in the body, which makes erections go away. Thereby, Varplay-20 Tablet helps treat erectile dysfunction. Varplay-20 Tablet helps the person to get an erection only if he is sexually stimulated.
 
You are advised to take Varplay-20 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, dizziness, flushing, indigestion, and runny nose. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Do not take Varplay-20 Tablet if you are taking nitrates (used to treat angina), or riociguat (used to treat pulmonary hypertension); if you have heart problems/stroke or low blood pressure. Varplay-20 Tablet is not intended for use in women. Varplay-20 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might make erectile difficulties worse. Varplay-20 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Varplay-20 Tablet

Treatment of Erectile dysfunction.

Medicinal Benefits

Varplay-20 Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors primarily used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence). Varplay-20 Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allowing the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. It reduces the action of natural chemicals in the body, which make erections go away. Thereby, Varplay-20 Tablet helps treat erectile dysfunction. Varplay-20 Tablet helps the person to get an erection only if he is sexually stimulated.

Directions for Use

Take Varplay-20 Tablet with or without food. However, avoid taking Varplay-20 Tablet with heavy or high-fat meals as it might delay the effect of Varplay-20 Tablet . Swallow Varplay-20 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Varplay-20 Tablet

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Flushing
  • Indigestion
  • Runny nose 
  • Nausea
  • Back pain
  • Stomach upset

Drug Warnings

Do not take Varplay-20 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components; if you are taking nitrates (used to treat angina), riociguat (used to treat pulmonary hypertension), medicines used to treat HIV, if you are over 75 years and are taking antifungal medicines; if you have/had severe heart problems or liver problems, kidney dialysis, recently had a heart attack or stroke, low blood pressure, degenerative eye diseases, or non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy. Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, irregular heart rhythm, priapism (prolonged erection), sickle cell anaemia, multiple myeloma, leukaemia, epilepsy, deformed penis shape, low levels of potassium in the blood, stomach ulcers, or bleeding disorders. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience decreased vision, loss of vision or colour vision changes whilst taking Varplay-20 Tablet . Varplay-20 Tablet is not intended for use in women and children below 18 years. Varplay-20 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Varplay-20 Tablet may interact with anti-angina medicines (nitroglycerin, amyl nitrite, butyl nitrate), a vasodilator (riociguat), anti-arrhythmic (quinidine, procainamide, amiodarone, sotalol), antifungal (ketoconazole, itraconazole), alpha-blocker (tamsulosin, terazosin, alfuzosin), anti-HIV (ritonavir, indinavir), calcium channel blocker (nifedipine).  Inform your doctor if you are taking St. John’s wort (a herbal supplement).

Drug-Food Interactions: Grapefruit might interact with Varplay-20 Tablet leading to unwanted side effects. Therefore, avoid consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking Varplay-20 Tablet .

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have heart problems or liver problems, kidney dialysis, recently had a heart attack or stroke, low blood pressure, degenerative eye diseases, or non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy (loss of vision due to damage to optic nerve).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • NITROGLYCERIN
  • AMYL NITRITE
  • RIOCIGAUT
  • QUINIDINE
  • PROCAINAMIDE
  • AMIODARONE
  • SOTALOL
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • TAMSULOSIN
  • TERAZOSIN
  • ALFUZOSIN
  • RITONAVIR
  • INDINAVIR
  • NIFEDIPINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and regular exercising may help you manage erectile dysfunction. 

  • Avoid the consumption of alcohol, as it might make erectile difficulties worse.

  • Avoid the usage of tobacco.

  • Share intimate time with your partner.

  • Stay sexually active to prevent further problems with erectile dysfunction.

Special Advise

  • Do not take Varplay-20 Tablet more than once in a day. Take Varplay-20 Tablet only as prescribed by the doctor.
  • Talk to your doctor if the erection persists for greater than four hours or if you have a painful erection.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Erectile dysfunction: It is the inability to keep a hard and erect penis suitable for sexual intercourse. It could be a sign of physical or psychological conditions such as fear of sexual failure, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or stress. Certain health-related factors such as smoking, drinking, being overweight, being physically inactive, and high blood pressure also contribute to erectile dysfunction. Symptoms of erectile dysfunction include difficulty in getting an erection, difficulty in maintaining the erection during intercourse and decreased sexual desire. 

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are advised not to consume alcohol as it might make erectile difficulties worse.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Varplay-20 Tablet is not intended for use by women.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Varplay-20 Tablet is not intended for use by women.

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Driving

Caution

Varplay-20 Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems. Therefore you are advised to drive and operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease or any concerns regarding this. Avoid taking Varplay-20 Tablet if you have severe liver problems.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with severe renal impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Varplay-20 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

617, 6Th Floor, Avior Nirmal Galaxy, Mulund West, Lbs Road, Mulund West-400080
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FAQs

Varplay-20 Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction.
Varplay-20 Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, thereby allows the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited.
No, do not take Varplay-20 Tablet with nitrates. Taking Varplay-20 Tablet with medicines used to treat angina/chest pain such as nitrates/nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, glyceryl trinitrate, amyl nitrite, or isosorbide mononitrate, may cause severe lowering of blood pressure. You are advised not to take Varplay-20 Tablet if you are taking nitrates or if you have a history of heart problems.
Varplay-20 Tablet increases the hypotensive effect of riociguat. Therefore, avoid taking Varplay-20 Tablet if you are taking riociguat, a medicine used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension/high blood pressure in the lungs.
It usually takes 30-60minutes for Varplay-20 Tablet to show its effect. Take Varplay-20 Tablet 25-60minutes before sexual activity. You should be able to get an erection at any time from 25 minutes up to 4-5hours after taking Varplay-20 Tablet . However, you need to be sexually excited for Varplay-20 Tablet to work.
Avoid taking Varplay-20 Tablet if you have/had hypotension (low blood pressure), stroke, heart attack or heart problems. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

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