Levitra (Vardenafil)

What is Levitra used for?

Levitra is indicated for the treatment of erectile dysfunction or male sexual function problems. Vardenafil acts by increasing the blood flow to the penis to assist a man in achieving an erection, alongside sexual stimulation.

Recommended dosage and administration

Approximately 60 minutes prior to sexual activity, oral administration of 10 mg Levitra is the recommended starting dosage. Based on the drug efficacy or side effects, the dosage may be increased by 20 mg or decreased by 5 mg. However, sexual stimulation is important for a proper response to treatment.

What are the Side effects of Levitra?

Please get immediate medical help if you notice any of the below side effects, which include some of the milder side effects like;

• Flushing

• Runny nose

• Headache

• Dizziness

Some of the more serious side effects include;

• Nausea

• Pain in chest/jaw/left arm

• Severe dizziness

• Loss of consciousness

Remember to get medical help immediately if you notice any serious side effects that may put extra strain on your heart or any other heart problems during sexual activity. If you experience any, stop the activity immediately.

Precautions:

Prior to consumption of Vardenafil, inform the treating doctor of any allergic reactions, you may have. Especially if you have a medical history of heart problems (such as life-threatening irregular heartbeat or any episode of heart attack, chest pain/angina) or stroke in the last 6 months, kidney disease (dialysis), liver disease, high or low blood pressure, dehydration, penile conditions (such as angulation, fibrosis/scarring, Peyronie's disease), history of painful/prolonged erection (priapism), blood disorders like sickle cell anemia, leukemia, multiple myeloma), eye problems (such as retinitis pigmentosa, sudden decreased vision, NAION), bleeding disorders, or stomach ulcers.

Interactions:

Refrain from changing or stopping the recommended dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.

Medications that may interact with this drug include (nitrates such as nitroglycerin, and isosorbide) used to treat chest/angina, recreational drugs called "poppers" containing amyl or butyl nitrite, alpha-blocker medication (such as doxazosin, tamsulosin) to treat an enlarged prostate/BPH or high blood pressure, azole antifungals (such as itraconazole, ketoconazole), macrolide antibiotics (such as clarithromycin, erythromycin), HIV protease inhibitors (such as indinavir, ritonavir), hepatitis C virus protease inhibitors (such as boceprevir, telaprevir), rifampin, among others.

Another drug known to interact with Vardenafil is Riociguat, a soluble guanylate cyclase stimulator indicated for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Besides vardenafil, other drugs like amiodarone, quinidine, sotalol, procainamide, etc., may also affect the heart rhythm (QT prolongation).

Refrain the use of this medication with any other product that contains vardenafil or any similar medications used to treat erectile dysfunction-ED or pulmonary hypertension (such as sildenafil, or tadalafil).

Overdose:

Overdosing on any drug, can have serious consequences and show symptoms such as fainting or trouble breathing, call 911 immediately. US residents can contact their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can contact a provincial poison control center.

Is it safe to buy Levitra online from an Online Pharmacy?

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