Brand: Levitra, Staxyn
Generic: Vardenafil
Levitra is used to treat erectile dysfunction in men (inability to get or maintain erection and impotence). It is a phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitor (PDE).
It helps in maintaining an erection by increasing blood flow to the penis when it is sexually stimulated or stroked.
It is administered orally and only under doctor’s prescription.
Before using Levitra, you must know all about the risks and complications associated with it.
Allergy: Inform your doctor if you have any allergy to food, preservatives, dyes, animals or had an allergy when you used it before.
Pregnancy: Vardenafil is a category B drug. It is safe to use during pregnancy.
Children: It is not indicated to be used in children.
Breastfeeding: There are no adequate studies which prove its harmful effects on infants.
Drug Interaction: Vardenafil can interact with many drugs. Your doctor should be informed of any other medicine which you are taking. He may want to change the dosage or drug.
Several other conditions may reduce its effectiveness.
To use Levitra properly, you must follow all instructions given by your doctor.
Vardenafil should be used as directed by your doctor. It has an extra patient leaflet. Read it carefully and ask your doctor if you have any queries about it.
Take vardenafil 1 hour before sexual activity as it takes almost 60 minutes to become effective. Do not use it more than once a day or as directed by your doctor.
You can take it with or without food. Check your doctor if you take it with grapefruit or grapefruit juice, as it can be harmful.
If you miss a dose and you want to engage in a sexual activity, take it as soon as you remember.
It is different for different people. The following information is an average dose of this medicine.
Adults up to 65 years of age: 10mg of single oral dose. Adults 65 years and older: 5mg as a single dose
Before using Levitra, there are some precautions you must take.
Use vardenafil with caution. It can cause drowsiness and dizziness. Alcohol, hot weather, exercise, and fever may worsen these effects. Sit or lie down on the first sign of any of these effects.
In patients with heart disease, Vardenafil may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Your doctor should know that you are using Vardenafil before he/she starts any medical care for heart disease.
One should not use Vardenafil if already using nitrates. If used together they will cause life-threatening hypotension (very low blood pressure).
Vardenafil can cause prolonged painful erection, for more than 4 hours. It can happen even when you are not having sex. It is an emergency and requires medical attention immediately.
It can cause sudden loss of vision in one or both eye. Consult your doctor immediately.
Your doctor should be well informed of any other medicine, herbal or vitamin supplements which you are consuming.
Make sure you meet with your doctor in using Levitra to avoid unwanted potential side effects.
All medicines have some side effects. Some people may experience none or minor side effects. Consult with your doctor if they become problematic or frequent.
There are other side effects, not listed here, which may occur in patients. Check with your health care professional.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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