Levitra is the second drug ever to be FDA approved for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Available in a variety of doses, Levitra is taken only once a day and can help men maintain and improve their erections. Much like its competitors, this drug does not give men automatic erections. Instead, it increases blood flow providing men with the ability to maintain an erection for extended periods of time.
Important Things To Know About Levitra
Levitra is not designed to increase an individual's sex drive or behavior as it affects him simply on a physical level. Levitra was also not designed as a cure for erectile dysfunction. This simply means that, as effective as the drug may be, if you stop taking the drug its effects will not continue to work. Additionally, Levitra can work for a number of hours. Nevertheless, the erection will only be maintained if the individual is still sexually aroused.
For maximum effectiveness, Levitra should be taken at least one hour before sexual activity. Since the drug remains effective for a number of hours, there is a rather large window of opportunity that can be used at the user's discretion. Nevertheless, the drug should never be taken more than once a day and never beyond the dosage prescribed by your doctor.
As with any prescription drug, Levitra has a number of potential side effects and negative interactions. Most of these side effects are rare, although it is important for users of Levitra to stay clear from nitrate drugs. Combining these types of drugs with Levitra can lead to a number of serious conditions including low blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. Before taking this medication, it is crucial to discuss all of these possible side effects and drug interactions with your personal physician.
Uses
According to a recent news release by Bayer/GlaxoSmithKline, ninety percent (90%) of men reported improved erections. Each Levitra pill may work in as quickly as 25 minutes and may work for up to 24 hours.
Levitra acts in the same way as Viagra, by blocking an enzyme called phosphodiesterase-5, or PDE-5. This helps the smooth muscles in the penis to relax, which effectively increases blood flow. Thus, allowing the penis to become and stay harder longer.
How to take this medication
Your doctor will have suggested a suitable dose for you. Always take Levitra exactly as your doctor has instructed you, and check with the doctor if you are unsure. Tell the doctor if you think Levitra is too strong or too weak. He or she may suggest a different dose, depending on your condition.
Take a Levitra tablet about 25 to 60 minutes before sexual activity. With sexual stimulation you may achieve an erection anywhere from 25 minutes up to four to five hours after taking Levitra. Swallow one tablet with a glass of water. You can take Levitra with or without food - but preferably not after a heavy or high-fat meal.
Side Effects
Taking Levitra can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Most of the effects are mild or moderate.
Very common side effects
(These may affect 1 in 10 people or more)
Headaches
Flushing
Common side effects
(These may affect between 1 in 10 and 1 in 100 people)
Indigestion
Feeling sick (nausea)
Dizziness
Blocked or runny nose
Uncommon side effects
(These may affect less than 1 in 100 people)
Sensitivity of the eye to sunlight
High or low blood pressure
Fainting
Stiffness in muscles
Effects on vision
Erectile disturbances (such as spontaneous or painful erections)
If any of these affects you badly, or doesn? go away as you carry on taking Levitra, tell your doctor. If you notice any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet, please tell your doctor.
Precautions
Do not use Levitra more than once a day. Men who take too much Levitra may experience more side effects or may get severe back pain. If you take more Levitra than you should, tell your doctor.
Drug Interaction
Tell your online doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially any nitrate medications (e.g., nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate), nitroprusside (any "nitric oxide donor" medicines), cimetidine, erythromycin, azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), mibefradil, rifamycins (e.g., rifampin) or high blood pressure medicines.
Notes
Do not share this medication with others, since they may have a problem that is not effectively treated by this drug. Use of this drug does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis B, gonorrhea).
Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Levitra is the second drug ever to be FDA approved for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Available in a variety of doses, Levitra is taken only once a day and can help men maintain and improve their erections. Much like its competitors, this drug does not give men automatic erections. Instead, it increases blood flow providing men with the ability to maintain an erection for extended periods of time.