Levitra

Impotence

Treatment

2 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Levitra

What is Levitra

Vardenafil

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Vardenafil (Levitra) is a medication used to treat erectile dysfunction. It works by blocking an enzyme that stops the flow of blood to the penis. When a man is sexually aroused, nerve endings and cells in the penis release nitric oxide, which activates an enzyme called guanylate cyclase. This enzyme causes the production of a chemical called cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP). cGMP relaxes the blood vessels in the penis, allowing more blood to flow into it, resulting in an erection. Vardenafil blocks an enzyme called phosphodiesterase type 5 (

Levitra

is the brand name

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Levitra Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Levitra

Vardenafil

2003

71

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Vardenafil, otherwise known as Levitra, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses including Erectile dysfunction and Impotence .

Erectile dysfunction

Helps manage Erectile Dysfunction

Impotence

Helps manage Erectile Dysfunction

Effectiveness

How Levitra Affects Patients

Vardenafil is used to treat impotence in men and high blood pressure in the lungs. During an erection, a chemical called nitric oxide is released, which triggers an enzyme called guanylate cyclase and causes increased levels of a molecule called cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP). This increases blood flow to the penis, leading to an erection. Vardenafil helps by blocking the action of an enzyme (PDE5) that breaks down cGMP in the penis. This means that when sexually stimulated, vardenafil will increase the levels of cGMP, resulting in

How Levitra works in the body

Vardenafil helps increase blood flow to the penis, which can cause an erection. It does this by blocking an enzyme, PDE5, which breaks down a chemical called cGMP. cGMP helps relax the blood vessels leading to the penis and increases blood flow. When PDE5 is blocked, more cGMP is available to help keep these blood vessels open and increase blood flow. This helps a man achieve and maintain an erection.

When to interrupt dosage

The amount of Levitra is contingent upon the determined condition. The quantity of dosage is contingent upon the procedure of delivery (e.g. Tablet, orally disintegrating or Tablet) given in the table below.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Impotence

, 20.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 11.85 mg

Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral

Warnings

Levitra has three contraindications, and should not be ingested when enduring the conditions in the below table.

Levitra Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Levitra.

Common Levitra Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Abemaciclib

Major

The serum concentration of Abemaciclib can be increased when it is combined with Vardenafil.

Alprostadil

Major

The risk or severity of hypotension and priapism can be increased when Vardenafil is combined with Alprostadil.

Amyl Nitrite

Major

The risk or severity of hypotension can be increased when Vardenafil is combined with Amyl Nitrite.

Avanafil

Major

The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Vardenafil is combined with Avanafil.

Axitinib

Major

The serum concentration of Axitinib can be increased when it is combined with Vardenafil.

Levitra Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Overdosing on Viagra may cause changes in vision or pain in the back and muscles.

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Levitra Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Levitra?

22 active studies are assessing the potential of Levitra to manage Impotence.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Impotence

21 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3, Phase 1, Phase 2

Levitra Reviews: What are patients saying about Levitra?

5

Patient Review

6/13/2017

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

I'm in my late 60s and wasn't ready to give up my sex life just yet. I started taking Levitra 20mg about an hour before sex, and it worked like a charm! Not only was I able to get a strong erection, but it lasted for the entire night. I was even able to perform multiple times, which made me very popular with the ladies. And in my case, I was still able to perform again in the morning, about 12 hours after taking the medication. So I'm very satisfied with this treatment.

5

Patient Review

8/19/2019

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

I'm 71 and I've been taking this for 10 years. It's great because I can always get a full erection. The only downside is that it gives me indigestion, but it's worth it for the results.

5

Patient Review

6/15/2022

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

This medication worked well for me with few side effects. I occasionally experienced flushed skin and a stuffy nose, but that was it.

5

Patient Review

12/22/2014

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

After trying out a few different options for erectile dysfunction, I found this one to be the most effective. It's pricey, so I cut the 20 mg pills in half and that worked just as well for me. Different people will require different dosages, so it's important to find what works best for you!

5

Patient Review

6/12/2013

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

This medication always works well for me. The only downside is that I sometimes get a headache afterwards.

4.3

Patient Review

11/5/2013

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

The main issue I have is that it's quite pricey. A single tablet can cost over $20, so I usually cut them in half to make them last longer. Even then, they're pretty effective.

3.7

Patient Review

11/18/2013

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

This drug helps me to get excited, but I don't always get an erection. However, I still enjoy making love to my wife.

3.7

Patient Review

4/19/2014

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

This treatment works decently well and I haven't experienced any negative side effects.

3.7

Patient Review

3/23/2016

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

I took a 20mg Levitra an hour before activity. But it only gave me 60%erection. I am 65. Any suggestion?

2.3

Patient Review

8/19/2013

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

I was given a sample pack of this medication by my doctor. I took the first pill and it made me very sleepy, so I slept through the night. The second pill had the same effect; however, when I woke up the next morning, my ankles were swollen and in pain. I flushed the rest of the pills down the toilet.

2.3

Patient Review

7/29/2013

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

I've found it more difficult to both maintain an erection and have an orgasm since starting to use Levitra.

2

Patient Review

9/6/2016

Levitra for Inability to have an Erection

Did not provide any relief or benefits for me.
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Patient Q&A Section about levitra

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How long does Levitra 20 mg last?

"Give it enough time to work. Viagra, Levitra and Cialis all take about 30 minutes to work, and the effects last for about 4 hours after you take the pill."

Answered by AI

Is Levitra Better Than Cialis?

"Cialis and Levitra are both effective treatments for erectile dysfunction. According to studies, Cialis is more effective and produces more satisfaction than Levitra. Cialis is often a preferred option because it comes in a daily pill that can also treat benign prostatic hyperplasia."

Answered by AI

Is Levitra stronger than Viagra?

"What is the highest dose of Levitra?

The recommended starting dose of LEVITRA is 5 mg in patients with moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh B). An additional decrease to 2.5 mg is recommended for patients taking concomitant potent CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, and saquinavir (see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS)."

Answered by AI

What is Levitra good for?

"Levitra contains an ingredient called vardenafil, which is a member of a class of medications called phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors. These medications are used to treat erectile dysfunction in adult men. Erectile dysfunction is a condition that causes difficulty in getting or maintaining an erection."

Answered by AI

Can I take Levitra every day?

"You should only take one Levitra tablet per day, and you shouldn't take it every day. If you have sex several times a week, you may want to consider a daily treatment such as Cialis."

Answered by AI

What does Levitra do to a man?

"Vardenafil is a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction in men. When combined with sexual stimulation, it increases blood flow to the penis, helping a man maintain an erection."

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Clinical Trials for Levitra

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Exparel/Bupivacaine Mixture for Postoperative Pain in Erectile Dysfunction Surgery

18+
Male
Winston-Salem, NC

The inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP) is the gold standard for surgical management of erectile dysfunction (ED) and there is no consensus on the best postoperative pain management regimen. In the wake of the opioid epidemic, postoperative pain management is heavily scrutinized. The National Institute of Health estimated over 81,000 individuals died following overdose of any opioids in 2022 alone; of these, over 14,000 deaths were linked to prescription opioids. Thus, strategies to minimize postoperative pain should not only improve patient experience but also lessen the need to escalate to opioid usage.

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

Wake Forest University Health Sciences

Ryan Terlecki, MD

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SAFE Technique for Erectile Dysfunction

18+
Male
New York, NY

Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (RALP) has become the standard of care in the management of localized prostate cancer. However, post-prostatectomy erectile dysfunction (ED) and urinary incontinence still pose a challenge that adversely affects the patient's quality of life. Hydrodissection (HD) was introduced in 1987 in the medical field and it was tested for the first time during a retropubic radical prostatectomy back in 2005. Since then, research has indicated an improvement in erectile function results, presumably because of a less traumatic neural dissection and a decreased risk of neuropraxia. In an effort to achieve a balance between oncological excision and functional preservation, prostate surgery is evolving to incorporate intraoperative real-time evaluation of extracapsular extension. Recently, a micro-ultrasound operating at 29 MHz has been introduced. It provides a resolution down to 70 μ to assess the glandular pattern and cellular density of the prostatic tissue. Given the experience in more than a thousand cases with this technology, and the growing literature showing promising results in the detection and staging of prostate cancer; the researchers decided to implement this tool as guidance for hydrodissection of the layers of the lateral prostatic fascia. Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Prostatectomy and SAFE (Saline assisted fascial engorgement) nerve preservation guided by Microultrasound (MUS) is a prospective randomized controlled trial designed to evaluate the impact of normal saline solution hydrodissection (HD) on erectile function outcomes after RALP. This innovative approach consists of a transrectal ultrasound-guided HD using a high-resolution Microultrasound (MUS) (ExactVu micro-ultrasound, Exact Imaging, Markham, Canada). The technique will be applied to those patients who undergo grade 1, 2, or 3 NS approach taking into account the grading system proposed by Tewari et al. The hypothesis is that the SAFE technique could minimize the risk of a traumatic neurovascular bundle dissection while assessing the prostatic capsule integrity with a high-resolution MUS. The researchers also hypothesize that the use of SAFE along with RALP will optimize the post-surgery recovery of erectile function.

Phase 3
Recruiting

Mount Sinai Hospital

Ashutosh Kumar Tewari, MBBS, MCh, FRCS (Hon.)

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