Levitra

Drug Name

Levitra (Vardenafil)

Drug Uses

Levitra is an oral therapy for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. It can be also used for other purposes.

How to use

Levitra should be taken as needed, about an hour before sexual activity. Some form of sexual stimulation is needed for an erection to occur with Levitra. Levitra should not be taken more than once daily. Allow 24 hours to pass between doses. Benefits:

• Levitra can act in 16 minutes comparing to 30 to 60 minutes for Viagra;
• Levitra can be taken with food, while Viagra should be taken on an empty stomach;
• Levitra has no adverse side effects on heart or vision. Viagra is known to require more monitoring for these side effects;
• Levitra lasted longer in clinical trials compared to Viagra;
• Works for up to 6 hours;
• Recommended time to take before sex is 25 to 45 minutes;
• With Levitra, there are no food or alcohol restrictions. Romantic dinners are no longer out of the question;
• Levitra has less side effects compared to Viagra and lasts about the same time as Viagra in the body.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Levitra is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor that works by helping blood flow into a penis to achieve and maintain an erection.

Missed Dose

Levitra is to be used as needed, so you are not likely to miss a dose.

Storage

Store at 25 degrees C (77 degrees F); excursions permitted to 15-30 degrees C (59-86 degrees F). Keep Levitra and all medicines out of the reach of children and away from moisture and heat.

Warnings/Precautions

Do not use Levitra if:

• you it is allergic to any ingredient in Levitra;
• that it will be taking or using nitroglycerine (for example, when ointment was pressed, patches,), antiarrhythmical nitrates (for example, of isossorbida), or certainties (for example, amiodarona, quinidina);
• you irregular cardiac beats it had a heart attack, hemorrhage or risk of life, in the last 6 months;
• you it has certain ocular problems (for example, diseases of the retina such as retinite pigmentosa), pain in the chest got out of control, the high blood pressure done not not controlled, low blood pressure, irregular cardiac beat (for example, extension of the interval congenital QT), serious heart failure, serious problems of liver, or the final phase of the renal disease that formulates a petition diálise.

Contact his doctor or professional of health immediately, to apply some of to you.

Possible Side Effects

Stop using vardenafil and call your doctor at once, if you have any of these serious side effects:

• sudden vision loss;
• ringing in your ears, or sudden hearing loss;
• chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling;
• irregular heartbeat;
• swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet;
• shortness of breath;
• vision changes;
• feeling light-headed, fainting; or
• penis erection that is painful or lasts 4 hours or longer.

Less serious side effects may include:

• warmth or redness in your face, neck, or chest;
• stuffy nose;
• headache;
• upset stomach; or
• back pain.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.

More Information

Levitra is available with a prescription under the brand name Levitra. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new for you.