Levitra

Levitra

     * Generic Name: vardenafil hcl
     * Brand Name: Levitra


     * What is vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?
     * What are the possible side effects of vardenafil (Levitra,
       Staxyn)?
     * What is the most important information I should know about
       vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?
     * What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking
       vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?
     * How should I take vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?
     * What happens if I miss a dose (Levitra, Staxyn)?
     * What happens if I overdose (Levitra, Staxyn)?
     * What should I avoid while taking vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?
     * What other drugs will affect vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?
     * Where can I get more information (Levitra, Staxyn)?

What is vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?

   Vardenafil relaxes muscles of the blood vessels and increases blood
   flow to particular areas of the body.

   Vardenafil is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence).

   Vardenafil may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication
   guide.

What are the possible side effects of vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?

   Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:
   hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or
   throat.

   Stop taking vardenafil and get emergency medical help if you have:
     * heart attack symptoms--chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to
       your jaw or shoulder, nausea, sweating;
     * vision changes or sudden vision loss; or
     * erection is painful or lasts longer than 4 hours (prolonged
       erection can damage the penis).

   Stop using vardenafil and call your doctor at once if you have:
     * ringing in your ears, or sudden hearing loss;
     * irregular heartbeat;
     * swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet;
     * shortness of breath;
     * a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
     * penis erection that is painful or lasts 4 hours or longer; or
     * seizure (convulsions).

   Common side effects may include:
     * flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling);
     * stuffy nose, sinus pain;
     * headache, dizziness;
     * upset stomach; or
     * back pain.

   This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call
   your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side
   effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about vardenafil
(Levitra, Staxyn)?

   Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with
   vardenafil. Tell your doctor about all your medicines, especially
   riociguat (Adempas).

   Do not take vardenafil if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest
   pain or heart problems, including nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate,
   isosorbide mononitrate, and some recreational drugs such as
   "poppers". Taking vardenafil with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden
   and serious decrease in blood pressure.

   Contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if your
   erection is painful or lasts longer than 4 hours. A prolonged erection
   (priapism) can damage the penis.

   Stop using vardenafil and get emergency medical help if you have sudden
   vision loss.

   Levitra Patient Information including How Should I Take
   RxList

   Take the Impotence (ED) Quiz
   Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Causes and Treatment

   Impotence (ED) Slideshow Pictures
   Sexual Health: Men - Tips to Unzip Your Sex Life and Make it Great

   Unzip Your Sex Life

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking vardenafil
(Levitra, Staxyn)?

   You should not use vardenafil if you are allergic to it, or if you take
   other medicines to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, such as
   riociguat (Adempas).

   Vardenafil is not approved for men younger than 18 years old.

   Do not take vardenafil if you are also using a nitrate drug for chest
   pain or heart problems. This includes nitroglycerin, isosorbide
   dinitrate, and isosorbide mononitrate. Nitrates are also found in some
   recreational drugs such as amyl nitrate or nitrite ("poppers"). Taking
   vardenafil with a nitrate medicine can cause a sudden and serious
   decrease in blood pressure.

   Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
     * heart disease, heart rhythm problems;
     * a heart attack, stroke, or congestive heart failure;
     * long QT syndrome (in you or a family member);
     * high or low blood pressure;
     * seizures;
     * liver disease, kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
     * a blood cell disorder such as sickle cell anemia, multiple
       myeloma, or leukemia;
     * a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia;
     * a stomach ulcer;
     * hearing or vision problems, vision loss;
     * an eye disorder such as retinitis pigmentosa (an inherited
       condition of the eye);
     * a physical deformity of the penis (such as Peyronie's disease);
       or
     * if you have been told you should not have sexual intercourse for
       health reasons.

   Vardenafil can decrease blood flow to the optic nerve of the eye,
   causing sudden vision loss. This has occurred in a small number of
   people, most of whom also had heart disease, diabetes, high
   blood pressure, high cholesterol, or certain pre-existing eye
   problems, and in those who smoked or were over 50 years old. It is not
   clear whether vardenafil is the actual cause of vision loss.

   Although vardenafil is not for use in women, this medication is not
   expected to be harmful to an unborn baby.

   Although vardenafil is not for use in women, it is not known whether
   this medicine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing
   baby.

   Staxyn may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using
   this form of vardenafil if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

How should I take vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?

   Staxyn (vardenafil disintegrating tablets) should not be used in place
   of Levitra (vardenafil regular tablets). Avoid medication errors by
   using only the form and strength your doctor prescribes.

   Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all
   medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as
   directed.

   Vardenafil can be taken with or without food.

   Remove an orally disintegrating (Staxyn) tablet from the package only
   when you are ready to take the medicine. Place the tablet in your mouth
   and allow it to dissolve without chewing. Swallow several times as the
   tablet dissolves. Do not take Staxyn with liquid.

   Vardenafil is taken only when needed, about 60 minutes before sexual
   activity. The medicine can help achieve an erection when sexual
   stimulation occurs. An erection will not occur just by taking a pill.

   Contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if your
   erection is painful or lasts longer than 4 hours. A prolonged erection
   (priapism) can damage the penis.

   Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

   If you receive medical care for heart problems, tell your caregivers
   when you last took vardenafil.

   Levitra Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose
   RxList

   Take the Impotence (ED) Quiz
   Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Causes and Treatment

   Impotence (ED) Slideshow Pictures
   Sexual Health: Men - Tips to Unzip Your Sex Life and Make it Great

   Unzip Your Sex Life

What happens if I miss a dose (Levitra, Staxyn)?

   Since vardenafil is used as needed, you are not likely to be on a
   dosing schedule.

   Do not take vardenafil more than once a day. Allow 24 hours to pass
   between doses.

What happens if I overdose (Levitra, Staxyn)?

   Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at
   1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while taking vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?

   Grapefruit may interact with vardenafil and lead to unwanted side
   effects. Avoid the use of grapefruit products.

   Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of vardenafil.

   Do not use any other drug to treat impotence unless your doctor tells
   you to.

What other drugs will affect vardenafil (Levitra, Staxyn)?

   Do not take vardenafil with similar medications such as avanafil
   (Stendra), sildenafil (Viagra), or tadalafil
   (Cialis). Tell your doctor about all other medications you use for
   erectile dysfunction.

   Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:
     * an antibiotic--clarithromycin, erythromycin;
     * antifungal medicine--itraconazole, ketoconazole;
     * drugs to treat high blood pressure or a prostate
       disorder--alfuzosin, doxazosin, prazosin, silodosin,
       terazosin, tamsulosin;
     * heart rhythm medicine--amiodarone, dronedarone, procainamide,
       quinidine, sotalol; or
     * HIV/AIDS medicine--atazanavir, indinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir,
       and others.

   This list is not complete and many other drugs may affect vardenafil.
   This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins,
   and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed
   here.

Where can I get more information (Levitra, Staxyn)?

   Your pharmacist can provide more information about vardenafil.
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