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| Levitra is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor and contains vardenafil, which helps in treating erectile dysfunction in men. Levitra is manufactured by Bayer Pharmaceuticals; marketed by GlaxoSmithKline and Schering-Plough and is used for erectile dysfunction. Levitra deals with erections when a man is sexually excited but does not increase sexual desire or help in arousal. If you have erectile dysfunction and take Levitra, you can achieve and maintain an erection to complete sexual activity without losing an erection mid way. |
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How does Levitra work?
Levitra expands blood vessels and increases the inflow of blood to the penis. It also relaxes the muscles and arteries in the penis by blocking a chemical called PDE5. When PDE5 is blocked, the chemicals responsible for the erection remain within and the muscles in the penis do not constrict. This allows blood to stay in the penis longer, thereby helping in achieving and maintaining an erection.
What is the standard recommended dosage for Levitra?
The recommended starting dosage for Levitra is 10mg one 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 dosages.
How long do the effects of Levitra last?
The effects of Levitra start in an hour or less and stay in the system for up to 12 hours. You should take Levitra an hour before planning sexual intercourse for 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. Following are some of the side effects of Levitra you should look out:
- Headache
- Facial flushing
- Indigestion or upset stomach
- Stuffy or runny nose (rhinitis)
- Inflammation of the sinuses (sinusitis)
- Flu-like symptoms
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Accidental injury
- Back pain
Are there any precautions for Levitra?
If you have any of the following conditions, you should not take Levitra or tell your healthcare provider for the same 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?
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Viagra |
Levitra |
| Manufacturer |
Pfizer |
Bayer Pharmaceuticals |
| Dosage |
25mg, 50mg, and 100mg |
5mg, 10mg, and 20mg |
| Effectiveness |
Takes one hour to start working and lasts for four hours |
Takes less than an hour (30 minutes approx.) to start working and stays in the system for four to 12 hours |
| Most common side effects |
Headache, facial flushing, altered or bluish vision |
Headache, facial flushing |
Even though, Viagra has been around for a long time, Levitra is slowly building up momentum and helping men who did not get results from Viagra.
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