Levitra (Levitra)
Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
Vardenafil is a medication that treats erectile dysfunction (ED). It works by increasing blood flow to your penis, which helps you maintain an erection.
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Levitra Product Information
### What is this medication?
VARDENAFIL (var DEN a fil) treats erectile dysfunction (ED). It works by increasing blood flow to the penis, which helps to maintain an erection.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Levitra
It works by increasing blood flow to the penis, which helps to maintain an erection.
Take this medication by mouth with water. The dose is usually taken 1 hour before sexual activity. You should not take this dose more than once per day.
The dose is usually taken 1 hour before sexual activity.
It works for up to 4 hours.
Levitra Quick View
| Active Ingredient | Vardenafil |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bayer |
| Type | Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor |
| Onset | 1 hour before sexual activity |
| Duration | Up to 4 hours |
| Food Interaction | You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. |
| Alcohol | Drinking alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of side effects. |
| Prescription | Prescription only |
Levitra Side Effects
Common Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Facial flushing, redness
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Upset stomach
Uncommon Side Effects
Rare Side Effects
Important Warning: If you notice any changes in your vision while taking this medication, call your care team as soon as possible. Stop using this medication and call your care team right away if you have a loss of sight in one or both eyes. Contact your care team right away if the erection lasts longer than 4 hours or if it becomes painful. This may be a sign of serious problem and must be treated right away to prevent permanent damage. If you experience symptoms of nausea, dizziness, chest pain or arm pain upon initiation of sexual activity after taking this medication, you should refrain from further activity and call your care team as soon as possible.
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Storage
Store between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Contraindications
They need to know if you have any of these conditions: * Abnormal penis shape or Peyronie's disease * Bleeding disorders * Eye or vision problems, including a rare inherited eye disease called retinitis pigmentosa * Heart disease, angina, a history of heart attack, irregular heart beats, or other heart problems * High or low blood pressure * History of blood diseases, such as sickle cell anemia or leukemia * History of painful and prolonged erection * History of stomach bleeding * Kidney disease * Liver disease * Stroke * An unusual or allergic reaction to vardenafil, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives * Pregnant or trying to get pregnant * Breast-feeding
Drug Interactions
### What may interact with this medication? Do not take this medication with any of the following: * Bepridil * Certain medications for fungal infections, such as fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole * Droperidol * Grepafloxacin * Medications for irregular heartbeat, such as dronedarone * Methscopolamine nitrate * Nitrates, such as amyl nitrite, isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, nitroglycerin * Nitroprusside * Other medications for erectile dysfunction, such as avanafil, sildenafil, tadalafil * Pimozide * Riociguat * Thioridazine This medication may also interact with the following: * Antiviral medications for HIV or AIDS * Certain antibiotics, such as erythromycin and clarithromycin * Certain medications for high blood pressure * Medications for prostate problems * Other medications that cause heart rhythm changes, such as dofetilide, ziprasidone This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
Levitra FAQs
If you’re new to erectile dysfunction treatments, you may have heard of Viagra but not something like Levitra. So what is Levitra for? Levitra is an [erectile dysfunction]() treatment that contains vardenafil, a member of a class of medicines called phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors. This group of medicines is used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in adult men. Levitra will only work when the person who has taken it is sexually stimulated. By reducing the effectiveness of a natural chemical responsible for making erections go away, erections can continue to last long enough for a satisfactory sexual activity.
A common question we often see online is “When to take Levitra?” Although Levitra and other erectile dysfunction medicines may provide additional benefits, the main purpose of taking Levitra is to help achieve and maintain an erection. It works by increasing the blood flow to the penis. Levitra should always be taken exactly as a doctor has instructed. In order to make sure you’re safe using Levitra or other erectile dysfunction treatments, check with a doctor or pharmacist beforehand if any doubts spring to mind. For the best possible results, Bayer recommends taking Levitra about 25 to 60 minutes before sexual activity. Sexual stimulation can cause an erection that can last anywhere from 25 minutes up to four to five hours after a dose. If the results don’t turn out as good as you’d have hoped, a doctor may be able to prescribe a different formulation or dose, depending on how well it worked for you.
Levitra is usually taken only when needed, 25 to 60 minutes before sexual activity. During sexual activity, if you become dizzy or nauseated, or have pain, numbness, or tingling in your chest, arms, neck, or jaw, stop and call your doctor right away. You could be experiencing serious side effects of Vardenafil. Each tablet should be swallowed with a glass of water and should not be taken more than once a day. If you’re struggling knowing how to use Levitra correctly, speak to a doctor or pharmacist who can provide further guidance.
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Content last updated: 14 Apr 2026
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