Levitra

Levitra is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor and contains vardenafil, which helps to treat erectile dysfunction and impotence. Levitra is manufactured by Bayer Pharmaceuticals and marketed by GlaxoSmithKline and Schering-Plough. Levitra helps to enhance erections once you are sexually excited, but will not increase your sexual desire or arouse you. If you have erectile dysfunction and take Levitra, you can achieve and maintain an erection and can endure sexual activity without losing your erection mid way through.

How does Levitra work?

Levitra expands blood vessels and increases the flow of blood to the penis. It also relaxes the muscles and arteries in the penis by blocking an enzyme called PDE5. When PDE5 is blocked, the chemicals responsible for the erection remain uninhibited and the muscles in the penis are not constricted. This allows blood to stay in the penis longer, thereby helping you to achieve and maintain your erection.

What is the standard recommended dosage for Levitra?

The recommended starting dosage for Levitra is 10mg 1 hour prior to sexual activity. Depending on how well this dosage works for you, and whether you experience any side effects, your healthcare provider may increase or decrease your Levitra dosage. Levitra also comes in 20mg dosage.

How long do the effects of Levitra last?

The effects of Levitra start in less than an hour and remain in your system for up to 12 hours. You should take Levitra an hour before planning sexual intercourse to achieve the best results.

Should I expect any side effects from Levitra?

Like any other prescription medicine you take, you should expect side effects from Levitra too. Look out for the following when using Levitra:

• Headaches
• Facial flushing
• Indigestion or upset stomach
• Stuffy or runny nose (rhinitis)
• Inflammation of the sinuses (sinusitis)
• Flu-like symptoms
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Back pain

Are there any precautions for Levitra?

If you regularly suffer from these following conditions, consult your healthcare provider before taking Levitra:

• Heart disease
• Liver disease or liver failure
• Kidney disease that requires dialysis
• Heart attack, and/or stroke
• Retinitis pigmentosa - a rare eye problem
• Severe vision loss
• Stomach ulcers
• Bleeding problems
• Sickle cell anaemia
• Priapism
• Peyronie's disease
• Any allergies to any ingredient of Levitra

What is the main difference between Viagra and Levitra?

Even though, Viagra has been around for a long time, Levitra is slowly building up momentum and is helping men who failed to see results when taking Viagra.