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Levitra

Levitra - what kind of medicine is it?

Levitra is the trade name of a prescription only medicine whose scientific name is vardenafil. Levitra is one of a class of medicines known as PDE-5 (Phosphodiesterase type 5) inhibitors. The other two medicines in this class are Viagra (sildenafil) and Cialis (tadalafil).

Our online doctors are able to offer Levitra as part of our online impotence treatment service.

Levitra - how does it work?

Levitra and the other PDE-5 inhibitors can help men with impotence (erectile dysfunction) by increasing the blood flow into the erectile tissue in the penis when a man is aroused.

Levitra - is it an aphrodisiac?

Levitra is not an aphrodisiac because it can only work if a man is already sexually aroused. Levitra will not create any sense of arousal itself.

Levitra - how effective is it?

Levitra has been shown to be effective at helping some men attain and sustain better erections. How a particular man responds to Levitra, Viagra and Cialis very much depends upon the underlying cause of his impotence, the severity of any underlying cause and his degree of sexual stimulation.

Levitra – how quickly does it work?

Take a Levitra tablet 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. This does not mean that your erection will last that long - simply that you will have the ability to attain an improved erection for that period of time. Eating a meal before taking Levitra should not delay Levitra from working.

Levitra - are there any side-effects?

Like all medicines, Levitra can have side-effects. Like any medicine, Levitra can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or an allergic rash. Specifically, Levitra may cause headache, facial flushing and nasal congestion.

Levitra – will it affect my blood pressure?

Levitra can lower blood pressure. This is not a problem for most men, but Levitra's effect on blood pressure can be dangerous if you take Levitra at the same time as taking a medicine that contains nitrates. Nitrates are one of the medicines that doctors regularly prescribe for angina. If you take Levitra at the same time as taking nitrates, the interaction of the two medicines can cause your blood pressure to fall to a dangerously low - even fatal - level.

Levitra – if I have a heart condition can I take it?

A doctor would need to advise you on whether Levitra is suitable in your situation. But if you have a heart condition where sexual activity is not advised, it would not be appropriate for you to take Levitra. Your doctor would also need to advise you on whether any medicines you are taking could react with the Levitra.

Levitra – are there different doses?

Levitra is available in three dosages: 5mg, 10mg and 20mg. A doctor should always advise you on which dose to take. Some men may respond to a lower dose of Levitra. Other men may already be taking medicines that interact with the Levitra, in which case a doctor will adjust your dosage accordingly.

Levitra - does it treat the underlying causes of impotence?

Levitra will not resolve any underlying physical cause of male impotence. Hence, any man complaining of impotence must be investigated for possible underlying causes of the condition. But if the cause of your impotence is primarily psychological, it may help to break the cycle of anxiety and failure associated with being unable to achieve a satisfactory erection.

Levitra – can women take it?

Levitra is not licensed for use by women.

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