Among a myriad of health problems in men, erectile dysfunction (ED) or impotence carries a greater significance as it most of the time leads to deeper mental outcomes in patients that include feelings of disgrace, loss or insufficiency. Simply unable to achieve and sustain an erection of the penis, men may get affected by this disease due to either physiological or psychological factors. Fortunately, ED can now be effectively dealt with an innovative drug known as Levitra (Vardenafil Hydrochloride).


Approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be used against male impotence, Levitra is manufactured by Bayer Pharmaceuticals under a specific patent. However, people can also opt for generic Levitra which is as effective as the patented drug and at the same time comes at a cheaper price.


When you go for the classification of this drug, it comes under a family of drugs called PDE5 inhibitors. Before discussing the mechanism of action of generic Levitra, let’s try to find out the reason behind erectile dysfunction. ED occurs when the male genital system doesn’t possess sufficient levels of a compound, cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP). The lack of cGMP can be attributed to an enzyme known as Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) that breaks it down to reduce its level. Consequently, less blood is injected into the penis, making an erection difficult.


Generic Levitra (natural vardenafil) works by inhibiting the action of PDE5 enzyme from decomposing cGMP further. So, there will be an elevated cGMP level in the blood. More blood will also pass into the penis because of the relaxation of smooth muscles in the genital. Ultimately, men having ED will experience a strong and prolonged erection by taking generic Levitra. This oral drug is usually supplied in the form of tablets that contain 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, or 20 mg Vardenafil HCl. Apart from this active ingredient, each tablet also has several inactive ingredients such as microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, crospovidone, colloidal silicon dioxide, etc.


The common practice of taking generic Levitra is a 10 mg tablet swallowed whole with a full glass of water, just 1 hour before the sexual activity. The dosage can be increased to 20 mg or reduced to 5 mg depending upon your current medical condition, response to the drug, and the intensity of side effects, if any. Generic Levitra does not guarantee an erection if you don’t have enough sexual stimulation. Never attempt to take two doses of Levitra within 24 hours. It is always advisable to follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding correct dosage and administration.


There are certain medications that you should not take along with generic Levitra. Nitrate drugs top the list. Simultaneous use of Levitra and nitrates may frequently or infrequently trigger the hypotensive effects of nitrates, leading to an abrupt fall in blood pressure and a heart attack, stroke or fainting in patients. The drug is also contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to vardenafil or any of its other ingredients. Generic Levitra is intended to be used by adult men only. Women, particularly pregnant women, children, and newborn babies should not use this medication.