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Avanafil

Generic Name
Avanafil
Brand Names
Spedra, Stendra
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C23H26ClN7O3
CAS Number
330784-47-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
DR5S136IVO

Overview

Avanafil is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. In comparison with other drugs of the same class, it shows greater selectivity for PDE5 over PDE6 than both sildenafil and vardenafil but less selectivity than tadalafil, suggesting a relatively lower risk of visual disturbances associated with off-target PDE6 inhibition. It first received FDA approval on April 27, 2012, with subsequent EMA approval in June 2013.

Background

Avanafil is a phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. In comparison with other drugs of the same class, it shows greater selectivity for PDE5 over PDE6 than both sildenafil and vardenafil but less selectivity than tadalafil, suggesting a relatively lower risk of visual disturbances associated with off-target PDE6 inhibition. It first received FDA approval on April 27, 2012, with subsequent EMA approval in June 2013.

Indication

Avanafil is indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

Associated Conditions

  • Erectile Dysfunction

FDA Approved Products

Stendra
Manufacturer:Metuchen Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:50 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2020/08/05
NDC:72384-751
Stendra
Manufacturer:Metuchen Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:100 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2020/08/05
NDC:72384-752
Stendra
Manufacturer:Metuchen Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Route:ORAL
Strength:200 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2020/08/05
NDC:72384-753

Singapore Approved Products

SPEDRA TABLET 100MG
Manufacturer:SANOFI WINTHROP INDUSTRIE, MENARINI VON HEYDEN GmbH
Form:TABLET
Strength:100MG
Online:Yes
Approved: 2020/01/24
Approval:SIN15879P
SPEDRA TABLET 200MG
Manufacturer:SANOFI WINTHROP INDUSTRIE, MENARINI VON HEYDEN GmbH
Form:TABLET
Strength:200MG
Online:Yes
Approved: 2020/01/24
Approval:SIN15881P
SPEDRA TABLET 50MG
Manufacturer:SANOFI WINTHROP INDUSTRIE, MENARINI VON HEYDEN GmbH
Form:TABLET
Strength:50MG
Online:Yes
Approved: 2020/01/24
Approval:SIN15880P

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