Levitra 60 mg (Vardenafil) Tablet

How It Works

Levitra 60 mg falls under the class of drugs known as PDE 5 inhibitors. It relaxes the smooth muscles present in the walls of the blood vessels and improves blood flow to certain areas of the body, including the penis. For an erection to occur, proper blood circulation is necessary. cGMP is a molecule that controls the contraction and dilation of blood vessels. cGMP is destroyed by an enzyme called PDE 5. Vardenafil present in this medicine blocks the action of PDE 5 and allows cGMP to be produced properly. This allows more and more blood flow to the penis. As a result, pressure is created in the penis. Thus, an erection is achieved.

Uses

Levitra 60 mg is prescribed for the treatment of the following disorders:

1. Erectile Dysfunction (ED) – a condition that causes an inability to achieve or sustain an erection while having sexual intercourse.

Dosage

60mg Levitra is the strongest dose of generic vardenafil. It is prescribed by the doctors only after proper diagnosis and establishment of erectile dysfunction. For men, who have experienced ineffective results from smaller doses, doctors opt for the 60 mg dose. This medicine is recommended to be taken orally with water. For best results, take one pill exactly one hour before sexual intercourse. The effects of this medicine last for 5 hours.

Missed Dosage: This medicine is taken as and when needed. Therefore, the chances of missing a dose are very less.

Overdose: An overdose of the drug can lead to various side-effects. If such a case arises, seek medical help immediately.

Important Advisory

Before you take Levitra 60 mg, tell your doctor:

1. If you are allergic to Levitra or any other medications.
2. If you are undergoing any surgery or treatment.
3. If you take nitrates for chest pain.
4. If you have a history of heart attack, stroke, or congestive heart failure.
5. If you suffer from problems such as diabetes, hypertension, angina, etc.
6. If you have a physical deformity of the penis or Peyronie’s.
7. If you have blood cell problems such as sickle cell anemia, leukemia, or multiple myeloma.
8. If you suffer from an eye-related disorder such as retinitis pigmentosa.
9. If you have stomach ulcers.
10. If you suffer from a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia.

Side Effects

Like any other medicinal drug, Levitra 60 mg comes with a set of side-effects. Some common side-effects include:

1. Headache
2. Dizziness
3. Flushing
4. Nausea
5. Vomiting
6. Diarrhea
7. Chest Pain
8. Blurred vision

In some rare cases, side-effects such as Priapism and NAION can occur. Priapism causes a prolonged erection of more than 4 hours that can permanently damage the penis if not treated within time. On the other hand, NAION causes a sudden vision loss in one or both eyes. If you experience any such symptoms, rush to the doctor immediately.

Drug Interactions

Several drugs are known to interact with Levitra 60 mg and affect the way it works. If you take any form of recreational, OTC, or any other drugs, let your doctor know about them.

1. Amlodipine
2. Alfuzosin, doxazosin, and terazosin
3. Clarithromycin and erythromycin
4. Itraconazole and ketoconazole
5. Nitroglycerin
6. Efiravenz
7. Atenolol
8. Atazanavir, indinavir, and ritonavir
9. Moxifloxacin
10. Other medicines for ED

Interaction with alcohol

Alcohol is known to increase the chances of experiencing side-effects and impart negative effects on your health. Avoid consuming alcohol along with this medicine.

Storage Instructions

1. Store in a cool and dry place.
2. Keep it away from the reach of children.
3. Retain the original packaging of the medicine.
4. Do not consume the medicine past its expiration date.