Levitra

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Levitra

Vardenafil is meant for muscle relaxation. This compound also causes an increase of the flow of blood to definite areas of the body. Vardenafil is effective for treatment of sexual disability (known as erectile dysfunction or impotence) in males. Besides, vardenafil can also be taken by patients having other symptoms.

What is vardenafil?

• Vardenafil is meant for muscle relaxation. This compound also causes an increase of the flow of blood to definite areas of the body.
• Vardenafil is effective for treatment of sexual disability (known as erectile dysfunction or impotence) in males.
• Besides, vardenafil can also be taken by patients having other symptoms.

What should I discuss with my doctor before taking vardenafil?

• People who are taking a nitrate medication to treat painful sensations in the chest or heart problems, like nitroglycerin isosorbide dinitrate (Dilatrate-SR, Isordil, Sorbitrate), isosorbide mononitrate (e.g. Imdur, Nitro-Bid, ISMO, Monoket, Nitro-Dur and others) and nitroglycerin (for instance, Nitrostat, Nitrolingual) shouldn't use vardenafil. Keep in mind that, apart from the compounds listed above, recreational drugs, such as amyl nitrate or nitrite drugs (widely known as “poppers”) contain nitrate as well. If you mix vardenafil with any of these medications, it may lead to an unexpected decrease in blood pressure which results in fainting, a stroke or even a heart attack.
• During clinical tests a low amount of volunteers reported vision changes, like a sudden loss of eyesight after taking vardenafil. This effect results from the decrease of blood flow to the optic nerve of the eye. However, it is still unclear whether this side effect was provoked by vardenafil. The risk of having this side effect increases in patients with diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure or a history of eye problems, as well as in smokers of people aged 50 years and more.
• Take vardenafil with caution and consult with your doctor before starting the treatment in case you have
• a history of stroke or blood clots;
• a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia;
• heart disease or problems with heart rhythm;
• a history (personal or family) of “Long QT syndrome”;
• too high or too low blood pressure;
• liver disease;
• kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
• a disorder in blood cells, for instance, leukemia sickle cell anemia or multiple myeloma;
• recent history (6 months or less) of a heart attack, congestive heart failure or angina (chest pain);
• an ulcer in the stomach;
• retinitis pigmentosa (that is an inherited condition of the eye);
• a physical deformity of the penis (e.g. Peyronie's disease);
• or if you were recommended to give up sexual activity because of poor health.
• Keep from using vardenafil or adjust your dose properly and take special tests during treatment in case you have one of the conditions listed above.
• FDA pregnancy category B: Vardenafil isn't meant for women, nevertheless, this drug can't be considered harmful for an unborn child. If you are already pregnant or planning to become one you should inform your doctor before taking vardenafil.
• Despite the fact that vardenafil shouldn't be used by women, specialists still don't know whether the compound appears in breast milk and can have a negative impact on a nursing baby. So, if you are breastfeeding, you had better consult with your doctor before using vardenafil.
• If you are 65 years old or more, you may need a lower dose. Pay attention to the dosage adjustment before starting the treatment.

How should I take vardenafil?

• It is recommended to take each dose with a glass of water.
• Don't eat high-fat meals if you are going to use Levitra; otherwise the drug's effect will be slowed down and it will take more time to the pill to act.
• Take vardenafil only when you need it, usually 30-90 minutes before the anticipated physical intercourse. Keep in mind that vardenafil is effective only if sexual stimulation is provided. You won't have an erection by just taking the drug.
• Take vardenafil only one time a day and let at least 24 hours pass between two doses.
• Levitra should be stored at room temperature. Keep it away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

• As Levitra is used only when necessary, you don't have to fix any dosage schedule.

What happens if I overdose?

• If you suspect you took too much vardenafil, you should seek emergency medical help.
• You can easily detect an overdosage, because it has such symptoms as vision problems, back pain and muscle pain.

What should I avoid while taking vardenafil?

• When you are under Levitra you need to avoid alcohol, otherwise the drug's side effects can be aggravated.
• Remember that grapefruit, as well as grapefruit juice, may interact with the medication. If you are on a diet which prescribes the use of grapefruit and grapefruit products, you should consult with your doctor before starting the treatment with Levitra.

What are the possible side effects of vardenafil?

• Stop taking vardenafil and see you doctor if you noticed such side effects as numbness, tingling or pain in your arms, chest, neck or jaw during sex, or if you feel dizzy. Don't procrastinate with the visit, as these sensations may lead to serious side effects.
• In case you suffer from a sudden vision loss, it is better to stop taking vardenafil and to seek immediate medical help.
• Visit your doctor as soon as possible if you notice signs of allergic reaction, like difficulty breathing; hives; and swelling of your tongue, face, lips or throat.
• As soon as you have any of the following severe side effects, you have to stop using the drug and to look for emergency medical assistance:
• warmth or redness in your face, chest or neck;
• upset stomach;
• swelling in your feet, hands or ankles;
• headache;
• vision changes;
• fainting, feeling light-headed;
• penis erection that is very painful or lasts 4 hours and more.
• Continue taking vardenafil and talk to your doctor if you have any of these less severe side effects:
• chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, general ill feeling, sweating, nausea;
• stuffy nose;
• shortness of breath;
• irregular heartbeat;
• back pain.
• You may experience side effects other than listed above. If you remarked some unusual side effect which has developed to any level of intensity, you should consult with your doctor immediately.

What drug(s) may interact with vardenafil?

In case you are currently using one of the following drugs, you should avoid taking vardenafil:
• nitroglycerin-type medications for the heart or chest pain, like isosorbide dinitrate, amyl nitrite, nitroglycerin and isosorbide mononitrate, even if you don't take them on a regular basis. Moreover, don't mix vardenafil with recreational drugs, or “poppers”, as they contain butyl nitrate or amyl nitrate as well.

Levitra may interact as well with other compounds, for example

• alpha blockers, like terazosin (Hytrin®), alfuzosin (UroXatral®), prazosin (Minipress®), tamsulosin (Flomax®) or doxazosin (Cardura®) – the drugs that are meant to treat an enlarged prostate and high blood pressure.
• arsenic trioxide
• bosentan
• certain antibiotics, e.g. sparfloxacin, clarithromycin, erythromycin, troleandomycin
• certain drugs meant for seizure treatment, like carbamazepine, phenytoin, and phenobarbital
• certain medicines to treat HIV infection or AIDS
• certain drugs to control the heart rhythm (e.g., procainamide, flecainide, amiodarone, dofetilide, ibutilide, propafenone, disopyramide, sotalol, quinidine )
• chloroquine
• cisapride
• diltiazem
• grapefruit juice
• medicines for fungus or fungal infections (such as voriconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, ketoconazole)
• methadone
• nicardipine
• pentamidine
• pimozide
• rifapentine, rifabutin or rifampin
• some drugs meant to treat depression and problems with mood (for instance, nefazodone, fluvoxamine, maprotiline, fluoxetine, pimozide, phenothiazines, amoxapine, tricyclic antidepressants)
• verapamil

What is the shelf life of the pills?

• Each blister contains the information about the expiry date which varies from batch to batch. Basically the shelf life of Levitra is two years from the date of manufacture.