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Vardenafil

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vardenafil,
an impotence agent.
indication This drug is used to treat erectile dysfunction.
contraindications Known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. Alpha-blockers or nitrates prohibit should not be coadministered with this drug.
adverse effects Adverse effects of this drug include hypertension, conjunctivitis, tinnitus, photophobia, diminished vision, glaucoma, abnormal ejaculation, priapism, myalgia, arthralgia, neck pain, rhinitis, sinusitis, dyspnea, pharyngitis, epistaxis, rash, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and increased gamma glutamyl transpeptidase. Life-threatening side effects include myocardial infarction and cardiovascular collapse. Common side effects include headache, flushing dizziness, and insomnia.
Levitra®
A cGMP-specific phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitor used to manage erectile dysfunction, taken ±1 hour before anticipated sexual activity; it is apparently effective for diabetics
Adverse effects Headache, dyspepsia, nausea, rhinitis
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Sildenafil Citrate and Vardenafil work in a very similar way - they "block" the PDE-5 enzyme, which in turn leads to the increased production of a chemical called cGMP; the higher levels of the cGMP chemical help the soft muscles of the penile arteries to relax, which results in better blood flow to the penis.
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