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Why is this medication prescribed?
Levitra is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence; inability to get or keep an erection) in men. Levitra is in a class of medications called phosphodiesterase (PDE) inhibitors. It works by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual stimulation. Levitra does not cure erectile dysfunction or increase sexual desire. Levitra does not prevent pregnancy or the spread of sexually transmitted diseases such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
How should this medicine be used?
Levitra comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken as needed, with or without food, 60 minutes before sexual activity. Levitra usually should not be taken more often than once every 24 hours. If you have certain health conditions or are taking certain medications, your doctor may tell you to take Levitra less often. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Levitra exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Your doctor will probably start you on an average dose of Levitra and increase or decrease your dose depending on your response to the medication. Tell your doctor if Levitra is not working well or if you are experiencing side effects.
Other uses for this medicine
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What special dietary instructions
should I follow?
Talk to your doctor about drinking grapefruit juice while taking this medicine.
What side effects can this medication cause?
Levitra may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
Common side
effects:
Headaches
Flushing
Indigestion
Feeling sick
(nausea)
Dizziness
Blocked or runny nose
Uncommon
side effects
Sensitivity of the eye to sunlight
High or low
blood pressure
Fainting
Stiffness in muscles
Effects on
vision
Erectile disturbances (such as spontaneous or painful
erections)
What storage conditions are needed for
this medicine?
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
In case of
emergency/overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
back or muscle pain
blurred vision
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