Levitra is a prescription drug used in treating erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to have an erection. This is also known as impotence. This unfortunate condition can be associated with many underlying physiological and psychological causes. This condition has not been addressed in the past as openly as today because many men who are afflicted with the problem feel embarrassed about the situation. But with the much publicized nature of the erectile dysfunction (ED) medication industry, taking ED medications has been regarded as just a normal thing.

Uses of Levitra

 

This medication is available only by prescription. The drug enables the muscles in the penis area to relax so that the blood flow to the penis will be increased. This increase in blood flow helps the man affected by erectile dysfunction to have a harder erection. Furthermore, this drug prevents the blood to flow out of the penis to enable the erection to last longer. Usually, when you take this drug, the erection will fade away after the sexual activity is over. When the erection do not cease after more than four hours, it is a must that you ask the advice of your doctor to prevent more serious injury from occurring.

 

Levitra Directions

 

Levitra stimulates certain enzymes in your body. There are some medications which work to restrain the elimination of these enzymes. Thus, people under these other medications are only allowed to take Levitra with lower dosages. The recommended initial dosage of Levitra per day is only 10 mg.

 

Levitra Side Effects

 

The common side effects of Levitra include nausea, urinary tract infections, abdominal pains, back pains, abnormal vision, hypertension, palpitations, rashes, itching, headaches and eye pain among others. In very unusual cases there may be sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes and you must inform your doctor right away. Nevertheless, men who have diabetes, high levels of cholesterol as well as high blood pressure can safely use the drug and continue to enjoy increased sexual activities. If you are taking other medications, supervision by your doctor is always recommended. By doing this, interactions of this drug with your other medications will be properly managed by your doctor.

 

Levitra Precautions

 

For precautionary measures, it is best to inform your doctor of your medical history before you start taking this medication. You must disclose to your doctor if you have instances of heart attacks, angina, congestive heart failure or other heart diseases. He must know if you have cases of blood clotting, bleeding disorder, stomach ulcers, strokes, liver as well as kidney diseases, penis deformations, retinitis pigmentosa, or if you are not supposed to have sexual activity due to health reasons.

 

Drug Interactions with Levitra

 

Since there is no clinical study on Levitra and its interaction with other medications for impotence, it is not suggested to use it with other drugs for impotence. Likewise, alcohol intake may intensify side effects of the drug so it is also advised to limit or avoid it while taking Levitra. Should one of these conditions apply to you, your doctor will have three options to chose from. He may just look for another medication for you, he may lower the dosage of Levitra for your treatment or he may put you under observation and check your health condition while undergoing the medical treatment.

 

Missed Dose of Levitra

 

Not applicable.

 

Levitra Storage

 

Store this medication out of the reach of children in a cool, dry place.