Levifil 20mg Tablet
Levifil 20mg Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction in men. It increases blood flow to the penis to help men get an erection. It works by helping to relax the blood vessels in your penis, allowing blood to flow into your penis when you get sexually excited.
Levifil 20mg Tablet
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About This Medicine
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Levifil 20mg Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction in men. It increases blood flow to the penis to help men get an erection. It works by helping to relax the blood vessels in your penis, allowing blood to flow into your penis when you get sexually excited.
Levifil 20mg Tablet is used to treat erectile dysfunction in men. It increases blood flow to the penis to help men get an erection. It works by helping to relax the blood vessels in your penis, allowing blood to flow into your penis when you get sexually excited.
Levifil 20mg Tablet may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal. It should be strictly taken as advised by your doctor. The medicine will only help you to get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. You should take it about one hour before you plan to have sex. The amount of time it takes to work varies from person to person, but it normally takes between 30 minutes and one hour. Only take it if you need it and it has been prescribed to you by a doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine are flushing, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, muscle pain, stomach upset, nasal congestion, and rash. Talk to your doctor if the side effects bother you or will not go away.
This medicine is not intended for use by women and men should avoid using any other medicines to treat impotence without talking to a doctor. It can be dangerous to take it along with medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain). Do not take this medicine if you have severe heart or liver problems, if you have recently had a stroke or heart attack or if you have low blood pressure. Let your doctor know if you suffer from these or any other health problems before taking it. You should not drive if this medicine makes you feel dizzy. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can lead to side effects.
03Uses
Treatment of Erectile dysfunction
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Levifil 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Levifil 20mg Tablet is a phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works in erectile dysfunction by increasing blood flow to the penis by relaxing the muscles in penile blood vessels. It helps to get an erection only if the person is sexually stimulated.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Levifil Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Levifil 20mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Erectile dysfunction
Levifil 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called PDE5 inhibitors. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in your penis. This allows blood to flow into the penis and produce an erection when sexually aroused. This medicine will only help get an erection if you are sexually stimulated. It is very effective but needs to be taken at least 30 minutes before sexual activity. Do not take this medicine if you also take medicines called nitrates (often given for chest pain).
08Side Effects
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Upset stomach
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Rash
Dyspepsia
Sinus inflammation
Flu-like symptoms
Increased creatine level in blood
Back pain
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Levifil 20mg Tablet.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Levifil 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Levifil 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.Levifil 20mg Tablet is not indicated for use in women.
Driving:UNSAFE
Levifil 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Levifil 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Levifil 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Levifil 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Levifil 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
References
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