How Levitra Works: The Ins and Outs of The World’s 2nd ED Pill
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Levitra was approved by the FDA in 2003. It was the second erectile dysfunction pill, after Viagra, to receive approval and hit the market as a prescription ED treatment. (Cialis came shortly after.)
Chances are you’ve heard about all three erectile dysfunction treatments and you may be tempted to buy Levitra to improve your sexual health and performance.
But before you go out and buy Levitra, you should have a clear understanding of how it works so you can make an informed decision about which erectile dysfunction medicine is best for you.
In the Beginning There Was Viagra
A few decades ago, sexual health was not discussed openly and treating erectile dysfunction was either unheard of or highly invasive, with unpleasant treatment modes. Today, there are very few adults who haven’t heard of Levitra, Cialis or Viagra… simple little pills you discreetly pop and that go to work quickly.
Viagra’s accidental discovery around two decades ago led scientists to search for more and better treatments for ED. Now, a group of drugs called phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) inhibitors, which includes Levitra, Cialis and Viagra, work to improve sexual health and treat erectile dysfunction by creating a chemical reaction in the bloodstream that prevents the breakdown of nitric oxide. That, in turn, relaxes the vessels that supply blood to the genital area and makes a health erection possible.
How is Levitra Different?
All three PDE-5 inhibitors improve sexual health by helping to promote and sustain erections. However, Levitra’s chemical structure is slightly different from the other ED medicines.
Before you buy Levitra, be aware of these key facts about how it works:
* Levitra can help you achieve and maintain an erection only when there is adequate sexual stimulation.
* Some men have reported that Levitra works faster than other PDE-5 inhibitors. Levitra often starts working within 15-20 minutes of taking it, depending on whether you’ve eaten and what you’ve eaten. For instance, a high-fat meal could cause a delay of up to one hour in the drug taking effect.
* In addition, some men prefer to buy Levitra instead of Cialis or Viagra because Levitra is less sensitive to food and alcohol intake.
Be aware that while Levitra can greatly improve your sexual health, it is not an aphrodisiac. In addition, Levitra does not cure erectile dysfunction, nor does it protect you from sexually transmitted diseases.