Is Levitra Right for You?

With several different erectile dysfunction medications available, it is difficult to know which option is best for you. Levitra is a leading ED drug that effectively treats impotence in men. It continues to be a strong contender among the different ED treatments. But how do you know if it is right for you?

Who Should Not Take It

Men who have heart problems and take nitrates should not use this medication. Nitrates, such as nitroglycerin, in combination with an ED drug can cause your blood pressure to suddenly drop which can be dangerous and even life-threatening. Another type of nitrate can be found in poppers. Men who engage in recreational drug use should not take this ED medication.

Because this medication is only intended to treat erectile dysfunction, you should not take it if you have no ED symptoms. Using this drug when you do not have ED can cause extremely high blood pressure, chest paints, and fainting. Keep in mind that it will not actually enhance your sexual desire. So if you have a low libido, you should consult your doctor about other treatment options.

If you already take an ED medication, do not take Levitra as well. Men who currently are receiving another type of treatment for their erectile dysfunction should never take this drug without first talking to their doctor. Men told to refrain from any sexual activity, especially intercourse, should not take this medication because it can increase your risk for heart attack or stroke.

Who Should Take It

It is recommended that only men who plan to have sex within a few hours of taking the medication should use this ED drug. It begins to work within one hour and is effective for up to four hours. Men who want to regain their sexual confidence and have minimal health problems are ideal candidates for this drug.

Men who take alpha-blockers can still use this medication but their dosage may have to be reduced. As long as you are willing to provide a complete medical history to your doctor, including all medications you are taking, you can take levitra to treat your erectile dysfunction.

With the exception of heart problems, men who have other medical conditions can safely take this medication. The dosage of Levitra may be adjusted to reduce potential interaction with other medications or to minimize possible side effects.

What is the competition to PDE inhibitors?

A short while ago, viagra managed to get its patent protection extended in the US. This will prevent the generic manufacturers from introducing cheaper versions of the drug. Obviously, this is bad news for men with erectile dysfunction. Without effective competition, prices stay high and sexual activity could become unaffordable. So what's in the pipeline as an alternative and how effective are these treatments likely to be? One of the problems with condoms is many men find them inconvenient and distracting. That makes the launch of a new condom packed with gel a good way forward in preventing unwanted pregnancies and reducing the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. The gel helps men maintain their erections for longer. This is going through regulatory approval in Europe and expects to be on the market later this year. Obviously, the gel can simply be rubbed into the penis for the same results. So far, there's no sign of an application for the FDA for approval but it should not be difficult. The drug is currently used in the treatment of angina and all it will take is an extension of its existing US license. We have the same idea of absorption through the skin applied to patches. These can be stuck on to the body anywhere and once the drug is absorbed into the bloodstream, the erection forms when the body is stimulated.

There's also a new drug in development to increase libido. This is a hormone treatment and would be marketed to both men and women. It works in the brain to increase the desire for sex. In the first stage of testing, it also seems to reduce the appetite for food so this could be a double treatment. Enjoy great sex and lose weight at the same time. The real benefit should be in reducing the problem of performance anxiety. Already available in some countries comes Zydena which is mainly aimed at the problem of premature ejaculation but is also said to improve hardness.

Is Viagra changing?

Other than this, all the development effort is going into providing the PDE5 inhibitors like viagrain different formats. So, for example, pills that melt in the mouth are now available in different flavors - mint seems to be popular. Look around and you will find soft and chewable versions. The longer term solution may come from gene therapy but this is too far away for it to be considered real.