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What is Varimax?

Varimax is a licensed treatment for ED. Vardenafil is the active ingredient in Varimax and it works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis helping you get an erection.

Compared to alternative ED pills in the market, such as Viagra, Varimax gets to work a little quicker, is more potent, and for older men or men with underlying health conditions, it is often more easily tolerated.

How do Varimax pills work?

When you get sexually aroused, signals are sent to the blood vessels in your penis which relax and dilate. As a result, more blood is sent into two shaft-like pieces of cylindrical tissue that run up your penis, and you get hard.

If you battle with ED the blood vessels in the penis don’t dilate as much as they should. Possible causes are high blood pressure, poor circulation or nerves not properly relaying signals. The result can be difficulty getting an erection, an erection that doesn’t last, or a ‘semi’ and no further.

The active ingredient in Varimax, vardenafil, is a PDE5 inhibitor. PDE5 is the enzyme in the body that causes blood vessels to tighten. By reducing its activity, Varimax helps your blood vessels open up, improving blood flow. This means, when aroused, blood flows more easily into the penis and you get longer-lasting, firmer erections.

Remember to only take Varimax or Vardenafil as your clinician advises. If you have any questions while you're taking it, just log into your account and send us a message.

How to take Varimax

Take one tablet whole with a glass of water. It should start to work within 25-60 minutes so long as you are sexually stimulated. Varimax should remain active in your system for up to five hours.

Make sure you read the Varimax directions on the leaflet provided and never take more than one tablet in any 24 hour period.

How long does it take Varimax to work?

Between 25 and 60 minutes. It’s a good idea to allow for the full 60 minutes, to make sure it has had enough time to work. Once taken, it should stay active in your system for up to five hours.

In clinical trials testing vardenafil (Varimax) in real-life settings, 34.5% of men with ED were able to achieve an erection within 15 minutes and 26% within 30 minutes.

If you’ve taken it with or after a heavy meal, it may take longer than the 60-minute window to take effect. If you find that it works but doesn’t last very long, speak with your doctor, they may be able to suggest a change in how you’re taking it or a change in dose.

How long does Varimax last?

The Varimax half-life when taking a standard 10mg dose is four to five hours. This means that the effects of Varimax will last for up to five hours. During this time you should be able to get an erection if aroused.

When we say it will ‘last for up to five hours’ we don’t mean that you’ll have a five-hour-long erection. This is not the case and should you get an erection that lasts more than four hours you should go to the hospital.

On the flip side, if you take Varimax and get an erection, but it doesn’t last very long, it may be that your dose is too low. Let your doctor know and they may consider increasing your dose.

What if Varimax doesn’t work?

Normally, your doctor will recommend a starting dose of 10mg. If you start treatment with Varimax at a 10mg dose but find you aren’t able to get an erection or it isn’t working as well as you’d like, don’t worry.

It’s recommended that you try the prescribed dosage a few times before deciding how well it works for you. Once you have an idea of how your body is responding, talk to your doctor, it may be that you need an adjusted dose.

A higher dose of 20mg is available if you find you’re not achieving erections as you’d like to. A lower dose of 5mg is also available if you take certain medications or have pre-existing conditions that change the body’s ability to metabolise Varimax.

Can I drink alcohol before I take Varimax?

Yes. There’s no evidence to suggest that alcohol interacts with Varimax.

However, whilst a glass of wine can be a perfect addition to a romantic evening and shouldn’t impact Varimax’s effectiveness, excessive alcohol intake will affect how well Varimax works.

This is because a high alcohol intake can make it even harder to get a strong erection that lasts. As alcohol can significantly make ED symptoms worse, it’s a good idea to drink within sensible limits if you suffer from ED.

Can you take Varimax with food?

Taking Varimax with or without food is fine. Lighter meals are better as heavy or high-fat foods can slow down how fast the body absorbs Varimax. As a result, it will take longer to kick in and may be less effective.

If you’re taking Varimax with food and aren’t seeing the results you’d like, a good first step will be to wait 2 hours after eating before taking it. It’s possible you’re not getting the full effect.

The one dietary exception to remember is grapefruit juice, which can interact with Varimax, and so should be avoided.

How effective is Varimax?

A 2009 review of over a decade of research and more than 2000 men found that Varimax is effective, fast-acting and reliable. The review concluded it as: ‘A first-line treatment for men with ED, including those with underlying conditions.’

For example, in a study with over 300 men with ED, when given 10mg of vardenafil 80% were able to get an erection which would last throughout sex compared to only 21% for the placebo group.

Most recently, a Varimax clinical trial in 2018 found that when given 10mg of vardenafil not only were all aspects of erectile function significantly improved but so too was the man’s ability to successfully have sex.

Is there a way to make Varimax more effective?

Always read the instruction leaflet carefully before beginning Varimax. Remember, for Varimax to work you need to be aroused. If you’re not, it simply won’t work.

Varimax and food can interact, in that big meals will slow how fast Varimax is absorbed, so lighter is better. Remember to be patient and give it the full 60 minutes to take effect and give yourself the best chance of achieving a full erection.

To make Varimax more effective it’s also a good idea to address underlying factors which can worsen ED. Stress, relationship concerns, diet, exercise, and smoking can all impact the severity of symptoms.

What is Varimax used for besides ED?

Some treatments for ED are also prescribed for other conditions.

Viagra, under the name Revatio, may be prescribed for pulmonary hypertension and Cialis for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.

Varimax, however, isn’t licensed for any other conditions and should only be used when treating ED.

Can you get Vardenafil for women?

No. Varimax is not suitable for use in women and is a male-only treatment.

Does Varimax work for performance anxiety?

Yes, Varimax can help with performance anxiety, but it’s an ‘indirect’ effect. Meaning, whilst Varimax doesn’t change the chemicals in the brain which lead to anxiety, by eliminating any worry as to whether or not you’re going to get it up, you’re not as anxious.

Does Varimax help you last longer?

Some medications, such as sildenafil (Viagra), may help premature ejaculation. There is some supporting evidence that vardenafil, the active ingredient in Varimax, may also help.

For example, in a small, 16-week, double-blind study, men who took vardenafil reported significantly increased ejaculatory control and in another 20 patient study men given vardenafil had a 67% improvement in PE.

Whilst these results are promising there isn’t a large enough body of evidence yet to draw reliable answers.

Vardenafil or Sildenafil?

These two popular ED drugs both work by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation, and they’re both taken in similar ways.

Sildenafil (Viagra) is slightly cheaper and has the added benefit of being one of the most well-recognised names in pharmaceuticals globally. Vardenafil (Varimax) isn’t as popular as Viagra but may be easier for men with pre-existing health conditions to tolerate.

Your doctor, who’ll take into account your medical history, will be able to help you decide which ED treatment is best for you.

Varimax on subscription: find out more

If Varimax sounds like a good option for you, then the next step might be to look into the subscription options Treated offers for this treatment. Our experts can help you to choose the best ED medication for you. Then it’s your choice on how often your treatment gets shipped to your door.

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