LESS THAN 20 kg<\/strong>: the recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is 10 mg three times daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHigher doses should not be used in children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This medicine should only be used when administering 20 mg three times daily. Other forms of medicine are available for the treatment of patients weighing less than 20 kg, as well as for younger patients who are unable to swallow tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you use more Revastad than you should <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Do not take more medicines than your doctor tells you to do.\u00a0If you take more medicines than you have been told to take, contact your doctor immediately.\u00a0Taking more Revastad than you should increase the risk of known\u00a0side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0If a child has accidentally ingested the medicine, contact a doctor or hospital immediately for an assessment of the risk and advice. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you forget to use Revastad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you forget to take Revastad, take a\u00a0dose\u00a0as soon as you remember.\u00a0Then continue to take your medicine at the usual time.\u00a0Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you stop using Revastad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sudden discontinuation of Revastad treatment may make your symptoms worse. Do not stop taking Revastad unless your doctor tells you to. Your doctor may ask you to reduce your dose for a few days before stopping completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most serious side effects:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you experience any of the following\u00a0side effects,\u00a0stop taking Revastad and contact your doctor immediately<\/strong>\u00a0(see also section 2):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- if you experience a sudden deterioration or loss of vision (no known frequency)<\/li>
- if you have an erection that lasts longer than 4 hours. Prolonged and sometimes painful erections have been reported in men after taking sildenafil (no known frequency).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Other side effects are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAdults<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nVery common<\/strong> (may affect more than 1 user in 10):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- headache<\/li>
- flushing<\/li>
- digestive problems<\/li>
- diarrhea<\/li>
- pain in the arms and legs.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Common<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n- user):<\/li>
- infection under the skin<\/li>
- flu-like symptoms<\/li>
- sinusitis<\/li>
- decreased number of red blood cells ( anemia )<\/li>
- fluid accumulation in the body<\/li>
- difficulty sleeping<\/li>
- anxiety<\/li>
- migraine<\/li>
- shaking<\/li>
- numbness and tingling<\/li>
- burning sensation<\/li>
- impaired skin sensitivity<\/li>
- bleeding at the back of the eye<\/li>
- impact on vision<\/li>
- blurred vision and light shading<\/li>
- effect on color vision<\/li>
- eye irritation<\/li>
- bloodshot eyes \/ red eyes<\/li>
- dizziness<\/li>
- tracheal catarrh<\/li>
- nosebleeds<\/li>
- Runny nose<\/li>
- cough<\/li>
- nasal congestion<\/li>
- gastrointestinal inflammation<\/li>
- heartburn<\/li>
- hemorrhoids<\/li>
- stretched abdomen<\/li>
- dry mouth<\/li>
- hair loss<\/li>
- reddening of the skin<\/li>
- night sweats<\/li>
- muscle aches<\/li>
- back pain and increased body temperature.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Uncommon<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- decreased\u00a0visual acuity<\/li>
- double vision<\/li>
- abnormal feeling in the eyes<\/li>
- bleeding in the penis<\/li>
- presence of blood in semen and\/or urine<\/li>
- breast augmentation in men.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Has been reported<\/strong> (occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- rash<\/li>
- sudden decrease or loss of hearing<\/li>
- lowered\u00a0blood pressure.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Additional side effects in children and adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The following serious side effects have been reported commonly<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- pneumonia<\/li>
- heart failure<\/li>
- right ventricular failure<\/li>
- heart-related\u00a0shock<\/li>
- high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0in the lungs<\/li>
- chest pain<\/li>
- fainting<\/li>
- respiratory tract infection<\/li>
- tracheal inflammation<\/li>
- viral infection of the stomach and intestines<\/li>
- urinary tract infection<\/li>
- caries.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The following serious adverse reactions were considered treatment-related and have been reported as uncommon<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, and tongue, wheezing, difficulty breathing and swallowing)<\/li>
- cramps<\/li>
- irregular heartbeats<\/li>
- hearing loss<\/li>
- respiratory distress<\/li>
- inflammation\u00a0of the stomach and intestines<\/li>
- wheezing due to obstructed airflow.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Very common<\/strong> (may affect more than 1 user in 10):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- headache<\/li>
- vomiting<\/li>
- throat infection<\/li>
- fever<\/li>
- diarrhea<\/li>
- influenza<\/li>
- nosebleed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Common<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- nausea<\/li>
- increased erection<\/li>
- pneumonia<\/li>
- Runny nose.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
How to store Revastad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Store in the original package. Moisture sensitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\nContent declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The active substance is sildenafil.\u00a01 tablet contains 20 mg of sildenafil (as citrate).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Other ingredients are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tablet core<\/em>:\u00a0lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose (E460), hydroxypropylcellulose (E463), croscarmellose sodium (E468),\u00a0colloidal\u00a0anhydrous silica (E551), sodium stearyl fumarate (E485).<\/p>\n\n\n\nFilm coating<\/em>: Opadry II White (consisting of hypromellose 2910 (E464)), titanium dioxide (E171), FCC polydextrose (E1200), talc (E553b), maltodextrin, medium-chain triglycerides.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Revastad is a round, biconvex, white film-coated tablet with a diameter of about 7.1 mm and a thickness of about 3.4 mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tablets are supplied in PVC \/ PVdC \/ Al blisters containing<\/p>\n\n\n\n
30, 90, or 100 film-coated tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
STADA Arzneimittel AG<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stadastrasse 2-18<\/p>\n\n\n\n
61118 Bad Vilbel<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alternative manufacturers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSTADA Nordic ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Marielundvej 46A<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2730 Herlev<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Local representative<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSTADA Nordic ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Marielundvej 46A<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2730 Herlev<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Denmark<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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