Levitra is one of the effective drugs against impotency in men. One of the widely prescribed drugs against erectile deficiency in men, it gives the maximum sexual pleasure.

Drug Usage

Levitra a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, Levitra works by dilating the blood vessels in the penile region. Once the muscles are dilated, more blood flows into the region, which gives a better erection and an erection that lasts for a longer time.

How Taken

Levitra is available in tablet form and has to be taken an hour before any sexual activity. Only one Levitra tablet has to be taken and it can be taken with or without meals. Once the drug is taken, the effect is known to last for about 6 long hours. The normal dosage is 10 mg tablet for adults and for elderly persons, it is just the half.

More information

Levitra has to be taken only after consulting the doctor. When consulting the doctor, make sure not to hide any thing, including your allergies and your present/ past health condition from him. Be frank enough to tell the physician if you are allergic to any food, drug or any substance, including Levitra ingredients.

Your doctor may not prescribe Levitra or he may bring down the dosages if you have any of the following conditions: kidney/liver diseases, blood problems, retinal disorder, stomach ulcer, abnormal penis, Hyperlipidemia, Diabetes, Hypertension, low pressure and eye problems.

Warnings

Levitra has to be avoided if you recently had any cardiovascular problems like stroke or heart attack.

The drug is not prescribed if you are using any medicines containing nitrates. This it is so because taking this impotency drug along with nitrate filled drugs can lead to a sudden fall in the pressure, which may be fatal.

Levitra should also be avoided if you are using any alpha blockers or if you are using any medicine for pressure.

Some people after taking Levitra have come across abnormal erections that last for longer durations. This is not a healthy condition and it may lead to the permanent damage of the penis. So if you come across any such condition, better call the doctor immediately.

Levitra is a drug that is only prescribed for men. It should not be used by women and children. Aged persons should be very careful while using Levitra as they are more sensitive to the medicine.

When you are on Levitra medication, give up alcohol, grapefruit and also grape juice as these can only increase the risk of side effects. Well, you should also not use any other erectile deficiency drug while taking Levitra.

Side effects

Just like all impotency drugs, Levitra also comes with several side effects and also allergies. Some of the common side effects with Levitra include Indigestion, flushing, flu-like symptoms, headache, sinus inflammation, runny nose. These side effects do not last longer and go away soon.

Well, be careful if you come across vision problems, hearing loss, swelling (hands/feet/ankles), pain spreading to arms and shoulders, breathing problems, irregular heart beat, nausea and chest pain. If you have these conditions, never delay in consulting the doctor.