Levitra (also known as Vardenafil) is similar to the well known Viagra and has been created to help men suffering from erectile dysfunction (impotence). But, this drug is not a cure for erectile dysfunction, and you need to take it again and if you desire to have sexual intercourse.
Over the past few years, it has been developed a series of products designed to help men suffering from erectile dysfunction. The first of the so-called “PDE-5 inhibitors” Viagra came on the world pharmaceutical market, a drug containing Sildenafil citrate. The second place, first in the United States and then around the world, was taken by Levitra.
Psychological factors are “guilty” of the ED occurrence in men. However, when this drug was introduced, it became clear that erectile dysfunction is a primarily physiological problem. After all, such diseases as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, or simply old age, often cause problems with emergence and maintenance of stable erection.
Earlier, people fought through direct medications injections into the penis, or through various kinds of implantation. With Levitra appearance, these unpleasant and costly procedures passed into oblivion. Today, just taking a little yellow pill, most men can, without problems, carry out full sexual intercourse.
Levitra does not cure erectile dysfunction. Simply, you need to take this medication before sexual contact. After some time, in presence of sexual excitement, you will observe stable erection. This effect will last for a few hours and gradually disappears.
The drug from Canada Pharmacy is not an aphrodisiac. It does not increase your sexual desire, but only help obtain a normal erection during sexual stimulation. Vardenafil has no effect on brain and on the body in general.
Men who use this drug are often surprised by the fact that when they are not sexually excited, the drug is ineffective completely. But when sexual excitement is present, the action begins to be felt immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions about Levitra
What Does “Levitra” Mean?
Levitra is an invented brand, the word “Levitra” doesn’t have any sense.
Canadian Health&Care Mall would like to explore the possible reasons why this word was chosen for the name brand.
Firstly, Levitra sounds like a “levitation” which means “go up”, “soar”, and it’s a great opportunity, because, after taking the drug your penis should come into “alarming position”. In addition, it can be assumed that the name of the medication comes from French masculine pronoun – “le” and Latin word “Vita,” which means life.
This name also has some similarities with the name “Viagra”. “Levit-ra,” as well as “Viag-ra”, ends with “ra” and both words contain three syllables.
With new drug release, two names are usually given – common name and brand name. “Levitra” is the brand name, while “Vardenafil” is a generic name.
The brand is used for advertising and selling, as this name is easy to remember and pronounce by consumers and doctors. Large pharmaceutical companies spend tens of million dollars on an advertising campaign, and therefore, a lot of money is also spent on the development and promotion of their brands. Bayer has patented the name “Levitra” on February 8, 2000.
What is the Manufacturer of This Drug?
Levitra is manufactured by Bayer Corporation (Germany), and the British pharmaceutical company Glaxo Smith Kline is engaged in its global distribution.
The British company GlaxoSmithKline has the best infrastructure worldwide in the aspect of the pharmaceutical market. To effectively promote a new drug on the global market, Bayer has cooperated with GlaxoSmithKline. This joint venture gives “positive” results because this drug has become very popular all over the world.
How Does Levitra Work?
This complicated chemical process can be easily described: vardenafil allows penile muscles to relax, falling into blood, in such a manner creating a stable erection.
What is the Recommended Dosage?
Canadian Levitra is released in 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg pills. The drug of Indian Pharmaceutical Companies is available in pills with an active substance content up to 60 mg.
Iа you use this drug for the first time, you need to divide 20 mg pill for 4 parts equal to 5 mg daily dose. Further, you may increase this dose. Men over the age of 65 years old or if you use certain medication constantly, it is recommended to take even a lower dose of this drug. Previously, you should attend your doctor to discuss and define recommended Levitra dosage in your particular case.
The lower dose of the drug you take, the better it is. Lower doses have fewer side effects. If you are satisfied with effect after 5 mg, then there is no sense to increase it.
It is more affordable to buy 20 mg pills. Portion it into four pills of 5 mg each and take 1 part. If Levitra doesn’t perform significant effect then it is possible to increase the dose to 10 mg. The maximum dose of the drug is 20 mg a day. Do not exceed this dose, because an unbridled application may lead to severe ramifications.
The active ingredient is absorbed much more slowly in the blood of elderly people, so they fully feel positive drug effect, taking it even lower dose. Some medications consumption can also decrease Levitra effect. Consult a doctor or pharmacist if you decide to start taking this remedy.
What is Daily Dose of Levitra?
The drug is used no more than once a day. A pill should not be taken together with other drugs directed to increase erectile function, such as for example Viagra or Cialis. The maximum daily dose is 20 mg.
How Much Should I Wait for the Effect?
Levitra starts to perform after 15 minutes and after about 1 hour it reaches its peak capacity. The combined use of fatty foods may slightly decrease the effect coming.
How Long Does Levitra Last?
Basically, the effect lasts for up to 4 hours. But there are cases when the effect has been lasting for 1-2 days. We recommend ordering vardenafil medications via our service at affordable price.
Can Women Take Levitra?
The drug is intended for men only. Every woman should make up her mind whether to use this drug or not but prior consultation with a gynecologist is required.
Can I Mix Levitra with Foods?
Yes, you can. Vardenafil can be mixed with meals, although fatty food can slow down the absorption of the agent in blood as a result effect will be as well slow.
Can I Mix Levitra with Alcohol?
Looking through investigation results, the positive effect of the drug is kept even after taking moderate amounts of alcohol. Also, Levitra taken in combination with a small amount of alcohol is not harmful to health. However, there are no scientifical studies proving that great amount of alcohol and vardenafil intake (at simultaneous use) will be given a positive result. It is better not to risk and take under control alcohol consumption if you are planning to take this drug to stimulate your sexual life.
What are Levitra Side Effects?
The most common side effects are:
- a headache;
- skin flushing;
- rhinitis;
- gastric indigestion.
These side effects are usually mild and disappear within a short period of time.
All symptoms except a headache may significantly reduce consuming a lower dose. In addition, within a few weeks of using the drug, frequency and intensity of side effects will be reduced.
What are Contraindications for Levitra?
- If you are allergic to vardenafil;
- If you are taking ritonavir or indinavir, medicines for HIV treatment;
- If you are taking medicines that contain nitrates, such as glyceryl trinitrate for angina pectoris;
- If you are over 75 years old and take antifungal medications;
- If you have recently had a stroke or heart attack;
- If you have severe liver problems or heart;
- If you have kidney problems;
- If you have low blood pressure;
- If you have ever suffered from vision impairment.
How to Reduce Side Effects?
The first thing to be done to reduce the side effects is to decrease the dose taken. A lower dose will prevent you from side effects appearance.
There are other methods to help you cope with side effects. Try to increase the amount of water while taking Levitra, it should help get rid of a headache and nasal congestion. Also, you can try and take the drug on full and/or empty stomach, to see in which case side effects will be decreased.
If you take this medicine for an extended period of time, the body gets used to vardenafil and as a result side effects will be reduced.