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Buy Levitra, vardenafilBuy Levitra to treat erectile dysfunction by encouraging blood flow to the penis. One pill, taken 25 to 60 minutes before sexual activity, will function for up to 5 hours. It can be taken with or without food, though fat and grapefruit will interfere with its function. PRODUCT INFORMATION |
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Other name(s): Vivanza |
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Often prescribed for erectile dysfunction |
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READ MORE ABOUT ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION
Levitra, vardenafilOther names: Vivanza
Levitra, Vardenafil (as hydrochloride trihydrate)
- The active substance is Vardenafil (as hydrochloride trihydrate).
- The other ingredients are:
In the tablet core: crospovidone, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, colloidal anhydrous silica.
In the film coat: macrogol 400, hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E 171), ferric oxide yellow (E 172), ferric oxide red (E 172).
1. What Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil) Is And What It Is Used For
Levitra is orange with the BAYER cross on one side and the strength (20) on the other. Each pack contains 2, 4, 8 or 12 tablets. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Levitra is a treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) in men, the medical name for difficulties in getting or sustaining an erection.
About erection difficulties
At least one in ten men has trouble getting or keeping an erection at some time. There may be physical causes or psychological causes, or most likely, a mixture of both. Whatever the cause, the effect is the same: muscle and blood vessel changes mean that not enough blood stays in the penis to make it hard and keep it hard.
How Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil) works
Erections are usually controlled by a balance of two body chemicals. The first brings on erections and the second takes erections away. If the two chemicals are out of balance you can lose an erection before it starts. Levitra works by reducing the action of the second chemical (called PDE-5). Levitra allows an erection to last long enough for you to satisfactorily complete sexual activity. It is taken about 25 to 60 minutes before sexual activity and it will only work when you are sexually stimulated.
2. Before You Take Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil)
Do not use Levitra
- If you have an allergy (if you are hypersensitive) to Vardenafil or any of the other ingredients of Levitra Vardenafil. See the list of ingredients over the page. Signs of an allergic reaction include a rash, itching, swollen face or lips and shortness of breath.
- If you are taking nitrates, such as glycerol trinitrate for angina or nitric oxide donors such as amyl nitrite. Taking these drugs with Levitra Vardenafil could seriously affect your blood pressure.
- If you are taking ritonavir or indinavir, medicines for HIV.
- If you are over 75 years of age and are taking ketoconazole or itraconazole, anti-fungal medicines.
- If you have a severe heart or liver problem
- If you are having kidney dialysis
- If you have recently had a stroke or heart attack
- If you have low blood pressure, or used to
- If your family has a history of degenerative eye diseases (such as retinitis pigmentosa)
If any of these applies to you, talk to your doctor, before taking Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil).
Talk to your doctor
- If you have heart trouble. It may be risky for you to have sex.
- If you suffer from cardiac arrhythmia or any congenital cardiac disease affecting your electrocardiogram.
- If you have a physical condition affecting the shape of the penis. For example, conditions called angulation, Peyronie's disease and cavernosal fibrosis.
- If you have an illness that can cause erections which won't go away (priapism). For example, sickle cell disease, multiple myeloma and leukemia.
- If you have stomach ulcers (also called gastric or peptic ulcers).
- If you have a bleeding disorder (such as hemophilia).
- If you are using any other treatments for erection difficulties.
If any of these applies to you, talk to your doctor, before taking Levitra Vardenafil.
Taking Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil) with food and drink:
- You can take Levitra Vardenafil with or without food, but preferably not after a heavy or high-fat meal as this may delay the effect.
- Don't drink grapefruit juice when you use Levitra. It can interfere with the usual effect of the medicine.
- Alcohol can make erection difficulties worse.
Driving and using machines
Levitra might make some people feel dizzy or affect their vision. If you feel dizzy or if your vision is affected after taking Levitra don't drive or operate any tools or machines.
Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil) is only intended for men of 18 years and over
It is not intended for use by women, children or men under 18.
Other medicines and Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil)
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any medicine you are taking or have recently taken even products you bought without a prescription like herbals or vitamins. Levitra will usually be fine with most medicines. But some may cause problems, especially these:
- Nitrates, medicines for angina, or nitric oxide donors, such as amyl nitrite. Taking these medicines with Levitra could seriously affect your blood pressure. Do not take Levitra without consulting your doctor before.
- Medication for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias such as quinidine, procainamide, amiodarone or sotalol.
- Ritonavir or indinavir, medicines for HIV. Do not take Levitra without consulting your doctor before.
- Ketoconazole or itraconazole, anti-fungal medicines.
- Erythromycin, an antibiotic.
- Alpha-blockers, a group of medicines used to treat high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
If you have recently taken any of these medicines, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
3. How To Take Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil)
How much to take and how to take it
Your doctor will have suggested a suitable dose for you.
- Always take Levitra exactly as your doctor has instructed you, and check with the doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.
- Tell the doctor if you think Levitra is too strong or too weak. He or she may suggest a different dose, depending on how well it works for you.
Take Levitra about 25 to 60 minutes before sexual activity. With sexual stimulation you may achieve an erection anywhere from 25 minutes up to four to five hours after taking Levitra Vardenafil.
- Swallow Levitra with a glass of water.
Don't use Levitra more than once a day.
If you take more Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil) than you should:
Men who take too much Levitra may experience more side effects or may get severe back pain. If you take more Levitra than you should, tell your doctor.
4. Possible Side Effects
Taking Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil) can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Most of the effects are mild or moderate.
Very common side effects
(These may affect 1 in 10 people or more)
- Headaches
- Flushing
Common side effects
(These may affect between 1 in 10 and 1 in 100 people)
- Indigestion
- Feeling sick (nausea)
- Dizziness
- Runny or blocked nose
Uncommon side effects
(These may affect less than 1 in 100 people)
- Sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
- High or low blood pressure
- Fainting
- Muscle stiffness or pain
- Back pain
- Effects on vision
- Glaucoma (increase pressure in the eye)
- Bloodshot or watery eyes
- Rash
- Prolonged or painful erections
- Sleepiness
- Effect in results of blood tests to check liver function
- Increase in blood of a muscle enzyme (creatine kinase)
- Breathlessness
- Severe allergic reaction
- Effects on the heart (such as angina)
- Fast heart beat or pounding heart
- Nose bleeds
- Edema (facial swelling)
If any of these affect you badly or don't go away tell your doctor.
If you notice any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. Storing Levitra (Vivanza, Vardenafil).
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use after the expiry date stated on the packaging.
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