Levitra General Information

Levitra Use

Levitra makes part of a drug class called PDE-5 inhibitors, which are sued for treating moderate to severe erectile dysfunction in men. Levitra, similarly to other ED drugs, works by relaxing the muscles at the base of the penis shaft, which allows more blood to flow inside the penis and cause strong and durable erections. More

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Levitra dosage

Levitra should be taken strictly according to your doctor's recommendation. Do not exceed the dosage nor take Levitra more than once a day. The drug is to be taken only when needed, in about 30 minutes before engaging into sexual activity. You can take Levitra with or without food without any regards to meals. It is safe to take the drug with small or moderate amounts of alcohol however it may slightly raise the likelihood of experiencing the negative side-effects of Levitra.

Levitra warnings and precautions

Levitra is not to be taken in conjunction with drugs containing nitrates (used for treating chest pain) as this mixture is known to result in a drastic drop in blood pressure, which may lead to heart issues such as strokes and attacks. If you cannot stop taking these drugs, make sure that there are at least 24 hours after taking these medications before taking Levitra.

Levitra was observed to cause vision problems due to its ability to decrease the blood flow into the optic nerve. This is a rare problem but it's more common with patients who have special conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart diseases, heavy smoking or are over 50 of age. If you experience such problems contact your doctor as soon as possible.

Some health conditions require special attention when defining the right dosage of Levitra. So make sure to inform your doctor about any of the following conditions if you have them:

  • heart diseases and recent heart problems (strokes, attacks, etc)
  • liver or kidney disease
  • high or low blood pressure
  • heart rhythm problems
  • physical deformations of the penis
  • stomach ulcer
  • vision problems
  • sexual activity warnings

Levitra side-effects

Some of the less serious side-effects you may experience with Levitra that don't require immediate medical assistance include:

  • back or muscle pain
  • stuffy nose
  • hives
  • headache
  • upset stomach
  • slight memory problems

These side-effects usually wear off after a short period of time and require dosage adjustment by your physician.

Some of the more serious side-effects of Levitra that require you to stop taking the drug and seek medical assistance as soon as possible are as follows:

  • sudden vision or hearing problems
  • discomfort or pain in chest
  • heartbeat problems
  • swelling in feet or arms
  • convulsions
  • fainting
  • painful erection that lasts more than a couple of hours

Levitra overdose

If you suspect Levitra overdose you should seek medical assistance as soon as possible. Some of the most common symptoms of Levitra overdose include nausea, back or muscle pain, severe vision problems, feeling light headed.