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Levitra is known to interact with the following drugs:

• Nitrates: Nitrates are commonly used to treat angina, a symptom of heart disease. Nitrates include medicines like nitroglycerin found in tablets, sprays, ointments, pastes, or patches , isosorbide dinitrate and isosorbide mononitrate. Some recreational drugs called “poppers” also contain nitrates, such as amyl nitrate and butyl nitrate. Do not use Levitra if you are using these drugs.
• Alpha-Blockers: Alpha-blockers are sometimes prescribed for prostate problems or high blood pressure. If Levitra is taken with alpha-blockers, your blood pressure could suddenly drop to an unsafe level. You could get dizzy and faint.

Warnings:
Do not take Levitra if sexual activity can put an extra strain on your heart, especially if your heart is already weak from a heart attack or heart disease.

Precautions:
Before prescribing Levitra, it is important to identify potential underlying causes, as well as treatment options for Erectile Dysfunction.

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