Vilitra 20 mg

About brand name of the drug

Vilitra 20 mg (Vardenafil) is a brand manufactured by an Indian based Centurion Laboratories Ltd. This drug is available in the form of solid oral tablets in market. It contains “Vardenafil” as its main generic salt which is mainly used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in man. This drug is very much effective and available as one of the best choice for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

About the drug 

Vilitra 20 mg is having Vardenafil as its main active pharmaceutical ingredient. It is available in different strengths such as 10mg, 20 mg, 40 mg, 60mg. It is available in blister packaging having 10 tablets per strip. This drug can be ordered from anywhere in the world. It is easily available at online pharmacies, hospitals, medical shops etc.

Some other brands equivalent to Vilitra 20 mg (Vardenafil) in the USA are:

• Levitra

• Staxyn

About salt of the drug

Vardenafil is a PDE5 (phosphodiesterase 5) inhibitor. It shows similar mechanism of action like sildenafil and tadalafil. During sexual stimulation, nitric oxide is produced and released which then activates the enzyme called guanylate cyclase to produce cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP). cGMP is responsible for the relaxation of blood vessels, allowing blood flow to the penis, leading to an erection. As PDE5 is responsible for lowering in the cGMP Levels (cGMP is responsible for the increased blood circulation in the blood vessels and cause muscles relaxation of Penile body). Vardenafil causes inhibition of PDE5 Enzyme which results into increase in production of cGMP Levels. Therefore, it is a potent agent responsible for penile erection. Vardenafil is mainly used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

Medical Uses of the drug

Vilitra 20mg drug is used for the treatment of the following medical conditions:

• Erectile dysfunction (inability to get and keep penis erect and firm during sexual intercourse )

• Premature ejaculation (inability to control the timing of semen ejection which results into early ejection of semen from penis just before and after sexual intercourse)

Working of a drug 

Vilitra 20 mg (Vardenafil) contains Vardenafil which is a PDE-5 inhibitor. PDE-5 is responsible for the breakdown of cGMP as a response of sexual stimulation. As much as the higher level of cGMP levels longer is the duration of erection of penis in man. Therefore, Vilitra is responsible for the prevention of breakdown of cGMP which results into increase in the cGMP levels and cause sustainability in the duration of erection for a longer period of time comparatively. Besides this drug is also responsible to prevent premature ejaculation which results into increase in the time from penetration to ejaculation.

Side effects 

Though the use of vilitra is not associated with any severe side- effects but sometimes, it may result in:

• headache

• dizziness

• nausea

• nasal Congestion

• changes in mood

• flushing of face, neck, upper chest and arms

• body or muscle ache

• stuffy nose

• sneezing

• peeling or blistering of skin

If you find any of these indications consult a doctor immediately and in the unlikely event of any allergic reaction, please consult your doctor immediately.

 How to use 

Vilitra is a drug that must be used according to the manner in which it is prescribed by the Doctor, follow all the instructions directed by the prescriber. While using Vilitra drug keep following instructions in mind:

• Don’t take double tablet per day and next dose should be taken after 24 hours 

• Take single tablet with a glass of water half an hour prior to sexual intercourse

• During its intake period, this drug should be combined with controlled calories and well rich balanced diet in fruits and vegetables

• This drug is not meant to be used by females. It is expected that the drug should be taken at least 30-60 minutes before the sexual intercourse.

• First time user should start with 10 mg dose or 20 mg depending on the directions directed by the doctor

• Men aged 65 and older must start with 5 mg of the drug and men taking stable alpha blocker therapy should begin therapy with 2.5 mg or 5 mg once per day.

• Take with or without food as directed by the doctor

• User should properly swallow the content and do not break the tablet, take the drug as directed by the doctor

• During intake period avoid consumption of fat enriched diet

• Daily dose of above 20 mg is not recommended

• Store the medication in cool & dry place

Drugs that are known to relate with this medicine

Drug interactions are very common when two or more drugs are taken together. Some potent drugs that can interact with Vilitra 20 mg are-

• Drugs for treatment of heart-related problems or chest pain e.g. nitrate drugs, aspirin

• The problems that makes sexual activity unsafe

• Antibiotic or antifungal medications

• Medicines to treat arrhythmia such as amiodarone etc.

• Vitamin C( ascorbic acid) tablets and fish oil tablets

• Avoid its intake with other drugs used for treatment of erectile dysfunction such as sildenafil, tadalafil.

• Anti Epilepsy medicines

When to avoid taking the drug

Avoid intake of Vilitra 20 mg (Vardenafil) in case of already taking medicines for the treatment of medical conditions like cardiovascular disease (heart attack, congestive heart failure, recent stroke or heart attack, personnel history of QT prolongation ( inadequate potentially irregular heart beats and beats rhythm), low and high blood pressure, kidney diseases, seizures, liver related disease, hearing and vision disorder, blood related disorders such as sickle cell anemia (medical condition is raised due to inadequate oxygen supply in red blood cells) and leukemia, eye related disease, deformed penis, thyroid disease or suffer from chronic bladder infections. 

Things to avoid when using the drug

Avoid the following things consumption while taking this medication which are mentioned as below:

• Avoid to take medication along with alcoholic beverages it may cause dizziness, hypotension & sudden fainting 

• Avoid to take medication with grapefruit juice & its related products

General Information and Precautions

• Keep this medicine out of reach from the children.

• This medicine is not meant for consumption by women or children under the age of 18.

• Do not use the drug along with alcoholic beverages as it may cause dizziness, sleepiness, fainting, changes in heart rate, persistent headache etc. 

• It is not safe for use while driving and doing any machinery related work as after consumption of drug it may cause sleepiness.

• It is not advised to be use in patients suffering from any heart, kidney and retinal diseases and also in patients who are suffering from physically penis deformity.

• This drug is not advised to be taken by patients who have recently undergone through any kind of heart surgery.

• This drug is not advised to be taken in case of pregnancy and while lactating unless it is absolutely necessary for use.

• This drug is not advised to be taken while patient is suffering from any fungal disease. and any blood related disease as the drug shows drug interactions along with antifungals and antibiotics and may lead to serious health complications.

• Any kind of allergy and Intolerance if noted after the use of the medication, Inform this to your doctor as soon as possible.

• Don’t take this drug along with other medications using for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

• Avoid intake of medication in case of previous QT prolongation history if found and allergic reactions related history if found

Storage

Vilitra 20 mg (Vardenafil) should be stored at room temperature in a cool and dry place. It should be prevented from heat and direct light. Store the medication at room temperature in between 15º C- 30º C. Don’t use the medication after it gets expired from the date of its packaging as stated on the pack size.

General FAQs regarding the drug

Will the medication’s effect get easily reversed after use?

Ans. Yes, the medication’s effect will get easily reversed after use if it is taken at normal dose.

Can the drug be used in normal condition too for generation of intense erection of penis before sexual intercourse?

Ans. No, the drug can be used in case of erectile dysfunction as directed by the doctor.

Does it cause any hormonal imbalance after its intake?

Ans. No, it is completely safe for use and it does not show any kind of hormonal imbalance if it is taken at a normal dose as prescribed by doctor.

Does it safe to use in case of stressful situations?

Ans. No, it should not be used in case of stressful situations.

Does the dose intake same by elderly patients suffering from erectile dysfunction?

Ans. No, the dose for the elderly patients suffering from erectile dysfunction is around 5-10 mg only.