Levitra overview
Levitra (vardenafil) can be prescribed for patients diagnosed with erectile dysfunction, or male impotence. The effects of this medicine are based on blocking the activity if a particular enzyme in the body responsible for the outflow of the blood from the tissues of the penis. This medicine is efficient only for as long as you continue taking it. This means that you will need to use this medicine when you need to have sex – and take it 30-40 minutes beforehand. Sexual stimulation is also required to achieve some results, as otherwise you aren’t going to have an erection. Levitra starts working the fastest if compared to other remedies approved by the FDA, and its effects last for up to 5 hours. However, it’s recommend to attempt having sex as soon as possible after taking the dose ass the effects of this medicine are strongest then. Levitra is very well tolerated by most patients and side effects are quite rare. Of course, you always need to talk to your health care provider before starting to use this medicine and find out if there are any contraindications to keep in mind.
Levitra contraindications and side effects
You will need to tell your health care provider about any medical conditions you have or used to have, as these may affect the success of your treatment. Medical conditions such as inherited eye problems, congestive heart failure, blood cell disorder, heart rhythm problems, bleeding disorder, high or low blood pressure, stomach ulcer, angina, heart attack, a history of blood clots or stroke, and liver or kidney disease may require additional tests or your health care provider will have to monitor you very carefully for side effects. As for side effects – they are not numerous and usually go away without any need for your doctor to interfere. The following mild side effects are most common: lightheadedness, runny nose, heartburn, upset stomach, dizziness, stuffy nose, and fainting. If any of the symptoms mentioned get worse or start to interfere with your life – make sure you tell your health care provider about them to see if a dose adjustment may be required. More serious side effects are very rare, but you will need to report them as soon as possible to your doctor to prevent the situation from getting worse. The following are considered to be serious side effects: rash, sudden severe loss of vision, blurred vision, ringing in ears, hoarseness, hives, changes in color vision, sudden decrease or loss of hearing, swelling of the face, difficulty breathing or swallowing, dizziness, fainting, and erection that lasts longer than 4 hours. Sudden vision loss is a possible side effect that so far has been reported by only a few patients – and there are millions of them in the world. People with heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, existing eye problems, diabetes, those who smoke or are older than 50, however, are more likely to develop this symptom. It’s very important to report sudden vision loss directly to your health care provider as soon as you notice the first signs.
Drug interactions and other safety issues
You must never combine
Levitra with other medications without previously talking to your health care provider. Some drugs can interact with its efficiency, especially heart rhythm medicines, antifungal medications, antidepressants, heart or blood pressure medications, HIV/AIDS medicines, imatinib, antibiotics, drugs to treat high blood pressure, isoniazid, conivaptan, or diclofenac. Drinking alcohol is acceptable with Levitra, just remember to drink moderately. Not only prescription drugs need to be reported – let your doctor know if you are taking any herbal supplements as well, as this may be important in determining a safe dose for you.