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Levitra
Levitra Uses:
Levitra is used to treat male sexual function problems
(erection dysfunction). It allows increased blood to flow into the penis,
necessary to achieve and maintain an erection.
How to take Levitra:
Take LEVITRA exactly as your doctor prescribes. LEVITRA comes in different
doses (2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg). For most men, the recommended
starting dose is 10 mg. Take LEVITRA no more than once a day. Doses should
be taken at least 24 hours apart. Some men can only take a low dose of
LEVITRA because of medical conditions or medicines they take. Your doctor
will prescribe the dose that is right for you. · If you are older than 65 or
have liver problems, your doctor may start you on a lower dose of LEVITRA. ·
If you are taking certain other medicines your doctor may prescribe a lower
starting dose and limit you to one dose of LEVITRA in a 72-hour (3 days)
period. Take 1 LEVITRA tablet about 1 hour (60 minutes) before sexual
activity. Some form of sexual stimulation is needed for an erection to
happen with LEVITRA. LEVITRA may be taken with or without meals. Do not
change your dose of
LEVITRA without talking to your doctor.
Levitra Side Effects:
The most common side effects with LEVITRA are headache, flushing, stuffy or
runny nose, indigestion, upset stomach, or dizziness. These side effects
usually go away after a few hours. Call your doctor if you get a side effect
that bothers you or one that will not go away. LEVITRA may uncommonly cause:
· an erection that won't go away (priapism). If you get an erection that
lasts more than 4 hours, get medical help right away. Priapism must be
treated as soon as possible or lasting damage can happen to your penis
including the inability to have erections. · vision changes, such as seeing
a blue tinge to objects or having difficulty telling the difference between
the colors blue and green. These are not all the side effects of LEVITRA.
For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Levitra Precautions:
Before taking LEVITRA, tell your doctor about all your medical problems,
including if you: · have heart problems such as angina, heart failure,
irregular heartbeats, or have had a heart attack. Ask your doctor if it is
safe for you to have sexual activity. · have low blood pressure or have high
blood pressure that is not controlled · have had a stroke · or any family
members have a rare heart condition known as prolongation of the QT interval
(long QT syndrome) · have liver problems · have kidney problems and require
dialysis · have retinitis pigmentosa, a rare genetic (runs in families) eye
disease · have stomach ulcers · have a bleeding problem · have a deformed
penis shape or Peyronie's disease · have had an erection that lasted more
than 4 hours · have blood cell problems such as sickle cell anemia, multiple
myeloma, or leukemia.
Levitra Drug Interactions:
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including prescription and
non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. LEVITRA and
other medicines may affect each other. Always check with your doctor before
starting or stopping any medicines. Especially tell your doctor if you take
any of the following: · medicines called nitrates (See "What important
information should you know about LEVITRA?") · medicines called
alpha-blockers. These include Hytrin® (terazosin HCl), Flomax® (tamsulosin
HCl), Cardura® (doxazosin mesylate), Minipress® (prazosin HCl) or Uroxatral®
(alfuzosin HCl). · medicines that treat abnormal heartbeat. These include
quinidine, procainamide, amiodarone and sotalol. · ritonavir (Norvir®) or
indinavir sulfate (Crixivan®) · ketoconazole or itraconazole (such as
Nizoral® or Sporanox®) · erythromycin · other medicines or treatments for
ED.
Levitra Overdose:
No overdose of Levitra has been reported. However, any medication taken in
excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek
medical attention immediately.