As our body ages, we find that our body mechanisms have
become slower, we tend to find ourselves weaker and our bodily functions start
getting affected. We also have a high probability of being hit with many
ailments that may affect us physically and mentally, as well as our loved ones.
One such ailment is Erectile Dysfunction.
What is Erectile Dysfunction?
Erectile Dysfunction is the inability of the body to gain or
maintain an erection firm enough for intercourse. Erections occur when there is
enough accumulated blood in the blood vessels of the male genitals. This causes
the muscles to stiffen up and causes an erection. But in erectile dysfunction
no or very little blood enters the blood vessels, preventing the muscles from
being stiffened up and causing an erection. The organ limps and he is unable to
satisfy his partner.
There have been many studies that show the prevalence of erectile
dysfunction among men over the various age ranges. According to Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, every one out of four men over the age of 40 suffers
from erectile dysfunction. This figure is upsetting especially when you consider
the fact that the numbers will only rise in the future owing to increasing
stress and work load, leading to a less than average lifestyle of the people. Another
study by the National Health and Social
Life Survey study in USA shows the higher prevalence of erectile dysfunction
in the age groups above 40 years of age, (40-49)
: 28% and (50-59) : 55%.
Science has gifted us with various devices and medications
that can be utilized for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. However most
people opt for the medication path, since it is easier and more readily
available and is known to be effective. One such popular ED medication is
Levitra.
Levitra
is the brand version of Vardenafil. Vardenafil is a PDE5 inhibitor that helps
in the person getting proper and firm erections. Levitra is FDA Approved in
2003 for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in men. Levitra, as an ED pill
is known to last for around four to six hours. Let us see more into the working
of the medication.
Levitra, the brand version of Vardenafil is one of the best
known medications for the treatment of impotence. As the compound enters the
body, the PDE5 inhibiting nature of the medication takes effect. The hormone
Phosphodiesterase Type 5 is inhibited in the body. Following this inhibition,
the medication allows the blood vessels in the body to relax and widen up their
opening. This widening causes the blood in the vicinity of the vessels to enter
them causing the vessels to swell up and make the muscle chambers in the male genitals
to become firm and stiffen up allowing the user to have an erection firm enough
for intercourse. It is noteworthy to state that the medication will not magically
work; stimulation is needed by the user to achieve proper erections.
Side Effects
As a strong medication for erectile dysfunction, the
medication Levitra
has some side effects, however mild, but should be taken care of; so that the
medication does not hurt the health of the user in a drastic manner.
- Mild headache
- Nausea
- Reddening
- Flushing
- Abnormal vision or blurriness
- Sudden loss or decrease in hearing
- In some rare cases one can experience allergic reactions as well. In cases of side effects and allergic reactions, the medication should be stopped immediately and proper medical assistance should be given to arrest any further deterioration of the health of the individual.
Precautions
- Always inform your doctor about the allergies or any prior medication that you might be taking. This will help the user take proper guidance from the doctor about how his body will adapt to the medication and get a well prescribed dose and strength for better use by the user for his benefit.
- Never overdose the medication.
- This medication is yet untested for the female physiology and hence should be avoided
- People suffering from cardiac, renal and hepatic ailments should avoid the drug.
- Never mix the medication with alcohol. Alcohol and PDE5 inhibitors both lower the blood pressure of the individual. Taking both of them simultaneously will result in the blood pressure of the person lowered to dangerously low levels.
- Stimulation is always necessary for a proper erection. Even with a medication like Levitra.
Levitra
is a popular drug for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. It may not have
the same market presence as Viagra but will definitely catch up in the years to
come.
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