Erectile problems may seem difficult to overcome, especially when other health issues such as diabetes or high cholesterol are involved. But the good news is, despite these obstacles, a return to normal, satisfying performance may be possible.

Erectile dysfunction or ED can cause suffering and anxiety, and the longer it takes to address the issue, the more your self-esteem and confidence can suffer.
Speaking with a doctor can bring relief by identifying any underlying health issues which may be to blame and treating erectile problems even when other factors, such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure or diabetes, are at work.

WHAT CAUSES ERECTILE DYSTFUNCTION?
Around two-thirds of men with erectile dysfunction (ED) have at least one underlying medical condition that may either be causing the problem or making it worse.

Conditions affecting blood flow are usually to blame. Some of the most common problems include:

• High cholesterol – If there is too much cholesterol in your body, it sticks to the walls of the arteries and creates a smaller opening for blood to pass through. This leads to less blood-flow to the penis, which can create erectile problems.
• High blood pressure – When blood pressure is high for a long time, arteries get stiff or narrow and prevent the blood from flowing easily throughout the body.
• Diabetes – This can also lead to the thickening of arteries, leaving less space for blood to flow through, resulting in less blood-flow to the penis. More than half of men with diabetes will, over time, experience decreased erectile function.

HELP IS AVAILABLE
Even if you have to live with an underlying health issue, you don’t have to live with erectile problems.

Levitra helps increase blood flow to the penis so it can restore sexual performance, even when other factors such as high cholesterol or diabetes are present.

And, in the vast majority of cases, it delivers success with the first dose.

CLINICALY PROVEN TO LAST LONGER
Levitra not only helps you achieve an erection, but is clinically proven to help you last longer.

Levitra offers more than a two-fold increase in erection duration (against a placebo), making it equally useful for men who can achieve an erection but not maintain it for a satisfactory length of time.

ASK YOUR DOCTOR
Levitra can help restore performance and confidence, regardless of some common health problems relating to blood flow.

Ask your doctor if Levitra can help you – a free sample is available for you to trial.

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Things to know before taking Levitra (vardenafil). Levitra is an unfunded Prescription Medicine, available in 5,10 and 20mg tablets. For the treatment of Erectile Dysfunction. You will need to pay for this medicine. A charge applies. Normal doctor’s office fees apply. Recommended starting dose is 10mg. Maximum of 20mg in 24 hours. Use strictly as directed. Take no more than one dose per day. Do not take Levitra if: you are taking medicines called nitrates or HIV protease inhibitors. Tell your doctor if you have: a heart or blood condition, kidney or liver disease or deformity of the penis, blood or bone cancer, a peptic ulcer, if you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients, or if you are taking any other medications or herbal remedies, including those for erectile dysfunction. Side-effects (common); Headache, flushing, dyspepsia, nausea, dizziness, stuffy/runny nose or visual disturbances. Be careful driving/operating machinery. Please speak to your doctor, pharmacist or health professional if you have any concerns, feel unwell or have any of these side-effects. For further information on Levitra see www.medsafe.govt.nz. Ask your doctor if Levitra is right for you. Prices may vary depending on the pharmacy. Marketed by Bayer Schering Pharma, Bayer New Zealand Limited, PO Box 2825, Shortland St, Auckland 1140. TAPS NA3499

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