Generic Levitra (Vardenafil) 40mg

General information

Generic Levitra (Vardenafil) 40mg was introduced a few years after Viagra, so it does not share its predecessor’s fame to the same degree. Like Viagra, generic Levitra 40mg is used to treat erectile dysfunction. Interestingly, Levitra stole over 50% of Viagra’s market within a short time of it having been released. The ingredient that makes Generic Levitra 40mg such a powerful medication is known as Vardenafil and ‘Levitra’ is merely a trade name.

Any medication that has been manufactured to include Vardenafil as its primary active ingredient is therefore exactly the same thing as Levitra, even though it does not carry the trade-name. Generic Levitra 40mg contains the same ingredients as Levitra. The drug does not have impact on sexual desire directly, but without the presence of stimulation it cannot work. Sexual arousal is significant for generic Levitra work efficiently.

Generic Levitra (Vardenafil) 40mg improves erectile dysfunction condition by regulating blood supply in the direction of male reproductive organ. The origin of ED is PDE5 enzyme. Reproductive organ is encased by PDE5 enzyme. Due to the protection around penis, blood could not find way to come in and give men tight erections for completing sexual activity happily.

Generic Levitra (Vardenafil) 40mg is also called PDE5 inhibitor because main working mechanism of the drug involves suppression of PDE5 enzyme. The suppression is followed by release of nitric oxide and cGMP enzyme. Nitric oxide is for unleashing penis muscles and contracting veins. Opening up of muscles allows blood to come in large amount to the penis. Requirement of cGMP enzyme is for forcing the blood to go to the penis on stimulation. Generic Levitra (Vardenafil) 40mg works absolutely perfectly and imparts erections that improve sexual life of men to the hilt.

Directions

Generic Levitra is designed for men only. There are greater chances of health risks if the drug is taken by women or children.

Dosage

Take Generic Levitra (Vardenafil) 40mg tablets by mouth with or without food. The dose is usually taken about 1 hour before sexual activity. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. Do not take double or extra doses. Expect it to work within about 60 minutes and to last for 4 - 6 hours. Some patients prefer to use Generic Levitra 40mg daily, but others use it ‘as needed’ that is to say, shortly before they expect to engage in sexual activity.

Precautions

• Taking the drug exactly as suggested is important. Don’t exceed o take smaller dose than recommended.
• Generic Levitra is not recommended to be taken if taking nitrate drugs. Severe side effects have greater chances to take place.
• The drug is strictly for erectile dysfunction patients. Others should not use it for any cause.
• If your body faces allergic reactions with Vardenafil, the use of generic Levitra should be forbidden.
• Taking any activity is not suggested after taking the pill. Dizziness and blur vision can cause accident.
• Intake of alcohol with generic Levitra leads to side effects. So, do not drink alcohol.
  Elderly men should use the drug on doctor recommendation only.
• Women and children should not use the drug.
• The drug does not provide protection for sexually transmitted diseases. Own protection has to be taken.

Possible side effect

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:

• back pain
• changes in hearing such as loss of hearing or ringing in ears
• changes in vision such as loss of vision, blurred vision, eyes being more sensitive to light, or trouble telling the difference between blue and green objects or objects having a blue color tinge to them
• chest pain or palpitations
• difficulty breathing, shortness of breath
• dizziness
• eyelid swelling
• muscle aches
• prolonged erection (lasting longer than 4 hours)
• skin rash, itching
• seizures

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• flushing
• headache
• indigestion
• nausea
• stuffy nose

This list may not describe all possible side effects.

Drug interaction

Drug interactions in case of generic Levitra is done with the following drugs:

• Conivaptan
• Antiobiotics such as erythromycin, pediazole etc
• Nitrate drugs like nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate
• Heart or blood pressure drugs like cardizem, dilacor, nicardipine, calan etc
• HIV or AIDS drugs like delavirdine, ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir etc
• Isoniazid
• Antidepressant drugs like nefazodone
• Prostate disorders drugs like alfuzosin, Terazosin, Doxazosin, tamsulosin etc

Contraindications

Do NOT use Levitra if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Levitra 
• you have been advised by your doctor to avoid sexual activity because of heart problems 
• you have certain heart problems (eg, unstable angina, severe heart failure), low blood pressure, or uncontrolled high blood pressure 
• you have certain hereditary degenerative eye problems (eg, retinitis pigmentosa) 
• you have severe liver problems or severe kidney problems that require dialysis 
• you have had a heart attack, stroke, or life-threatening irregular heartbeat within the past 6 months 
• you are taking nitrates (eg, isosorbide, nitroglycerin) in any form (eg, tablet, capsule, patch, ointment), nitroprusside, or certain antiarrhythmics (eg, quinidine, amiodarone) 
• you use certain recreational drugs called "poppers" (eg, amyl nitrate, butyl nitrate) 

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you. 

Missed dose

Generic Levitra is not for regular use. The prescribed dose is only required to be taken when feel like having sex. Otherwise do not take the drug.

Overdose

If taken an overdose, immediately call your doctor. If exceeded the dose of generic Levitra can have to face severe side effects. Never take the dug more than suggested.

Storage

Store Generic Levitra at room temperature (15 to 30 degree Celsius). Do not keep the drug where heat, light and moisture is found. The drug should be protected from them. The pills need to be safely kept in an air tight box. The drug is reactive, so it’s important to store the drug in the box. Store the drug in dark, cool and clean area of home. It should not be reachable to children. Refrigeration is not allowed. Generic Levitra will die if refrigerated.