Levitra

Levitra for Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (ED), also known as impotence, is the physical inability to obtain or sustain an erection long enough for sexual activity. This is usually caused by a lack of blood flow to the penis due to the vasoconstriction of the blood vessels. There are several medical conditions that may cause ED, the most common include diabetes, hormone imbalances, high blood pressure or high cholesterol.

This is a very common condition that affects around 1 in 10 men, particularly adult men over 40. Levitra is a prescription medication used to treat ED and is available in film-coated or orodispersible tablet form. 

What is Levitra and how does it work?

Levitra contains the active ingredient vardenafil which belongs to a group of medicines known as PDE-5 inhibitors. These medicines are only effective in the presence of sexual stimulation and foreplay is recommended to encourage sufficient arousal. Levitra works by relaxing the muscles in the penis allowing for increased blood flow to achieve and maintain a firm erection.

Levitra is not recommended for women.

The active substance vardenafil is also useful in treating other conditions along with erectile dysfunction. Please consult a Doctor, a Pharmacist or relevant product literature for more information.

Is Levitra right for me?

If you suffer from erectile dysfunction (impotence), Levitra may be an effective treatment. However, it may not be suitable for you if you have the following:

• If you are allergic to vardenafil or any other ingredients in this medicine
• If you are taking medicines containing nitrates or are taking riociguat,
• If you are over 75 years of age, are taking ketoconazole or itraconazole, anti-fungal medicines.
• If you are taking ritonavir or indinavir, medicines used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections.
• If you have galactose intolerance 
• If you have severe heart, liver or kidney problems
• If you have high or low blood pressure
• If you have had a stroke or heart attack in the last 6 months
• If you have Peyronie's disease or a physical deformity of the penis
• If you have sickle cell anaemia or any bleeding disorders
• If you have a rare inherited eye disease such as retinitis pigmentosa