Compare Viagra vs. Levitra
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Helps you get aroused and achieve an erection/orgasm.
Viagra (sildenafil) is an effective, first-choice treatment for erectile dysfunction. However, you need to take Viagra (sildenafil) at least 30 minutes before having sex, so the lack of spontaneity may not work for some people.
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3.7/ 5 average rating with 843 reviewsforViagra
Helps you get an erection.
Levitra (vardenafil) helps with erectile dysfunction, but it may be expensive if not covered by your insurance.
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3.4/ 5 average rating with 47 reviewsforLevitra
Upsides
- Viagra (sildenafil) is the first-choice medication for treating erectile dysfunction.
- Viagra (sildenafil) does not have to be taken everyday, it can be taken when you need it.
- Shorter-acting compared to Cialis and may be preferable for occasional, as needed use.
- You can take it with or without food.
- It is better than taking an injection for erectile dysfunction.
- Staxyn is a dissolving tablet, which can work faster than the pill.
Downsides
- Viagra (sildenafil) can't be taken if you've had a heart attack in the past 3 months, or stroke or heart failure in the past 6 months.
- Viagra (sildenafil) can cause flushing, headache and dizziness, or sudden hearing and vision changes.
- You can't use Viagra (sildenafil) if you've recently taken nitrates like Isordil, Imdur, or nitroglycerin (Nitro-BID, Nitro-Dur, Nitrostat).
- It's not safe to take more than one tablet a day.
- Levitra (vardenafil) is only available as a brand name, so it can be expensive.
- You can't use Levitra (vardenafil) if you've recently taken nitrates like Isordil, Imdur, or nitroglycerin (Nitro-BID, Nitro-Dur, Nitrostat).
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Dosage forms
- Pill
- Pill
- Dissolving tablet
Price
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Reviews
843 reviews so far
67%
saidit'sworth it
51%
saiditworked well
16%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Viagra (sildenafil)?
Leave a review47 reviews so far
62%
saidit'sworth it
36%
saiditworked well
19%
saidit'sa big hassle
Have you used Levitra (vardenafil)?
Leave a reviewSide effects
9possible side effects
- Headache16%
- Flushing10%
- Indigestion7%
- Nasal Congestion4%
- Urinary Tract Infection3%
- Abnormal Vision3%
- Diarrhea3%
- Dizziness2%
- Rash2%
10possible side effects
- Headache15%
- Flushing11%
- Stuffy nose9%
- Upset stomach4%
- Accidental injury3%
- Sinus infection3%
- Flu-like symptoms3%
- Dizziness2%
- Increased creatinine kinase levels2%
- Nausea2%
Risks and risk factors
- Heart attack or stroke
- Having a heart attack, stroke, or rhythm problem in your heart in the last 6 months
- Prolonged erection
- Vision changes
- Men over 50 years of age
- Hearing loss
- Low blood pressure
- Taking alpha blockers
- Taking medications for high blood pressure
- Drinking alcohol
- Heart problems
- Angina
- Arrhythmia
- Low blood or high pressure
- Heart attack
- History of stroke
- Heart failure or heart disease
- Prolonged erection
- Peyronie's disease
- Cavernosal fibrosis
- Sudden vision or hearing loss
- Low blood pressure
- Taking alpha blockers
- Taking nitrates
- Taking blood pressure medicines
- Taking riociguat
- Increased side effects with other medicines
- Age 65 years or older
- Liver disease
- Kidney disease
- Taking medicines such as alpha blockers, ketoconazole, or ritonavir