LEVITRA DRUG INFO
HOW TO USE: Levitra
is taken orally when needed between 4.30 hrs and 30 minutes before
sexual activity. Take Levitra only as directed, usually once daily
as needed. Levitra works along with sexual stimulation to help achieve
an erection.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, flushing
, upset stomach, stuffy nose, urinary tract infection, visual changes
such as mild and temporary changes in blue/green colors or increased
sensitivity to light, and diarrhea.
PRECAUTIONS : One should have a
complete medical history and exam to determine the cause of his
impotence before taking Levitra. Men who have medical conditions
that may cause a sustained erection such as sickle cell anemia,
leukemia or multiple myeloma or who have an abnormally shaped penis
may not be able to take Levitra. There are several medications that
are known to interact with Levitra, so be sure to tell your doctor
about all medications you are taking including those you can get
without a prescription. Levitra has not been studied with other
treatments for impotence, so use in combination with other treatments
is not recommended. Limit alcohol intake, as it may aggravate SIDE
EFFECTS of Levitra. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when
rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. The elderly
may be more sensitive to the SIDE EFFECTS of Levitra; therefore,
caution is advised in this group.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before taking
Levitra consult your doctor about all nonprescription and prescription
medication you may use, especially any nitrate medications (e.g.,
nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate), nitroprusside (any "nitric
oxide donor" medicines), cimetidine, erythromycin, azole antifungals
(e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), mibefradil, rifamycins (e.g.,
rifampin) or high blood pressure medicines.
STORAGE : Store Levitra at room
temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from
light and moisture. Keep Levitra out of the reach of children.
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