Alprostadil Intracaver, Alprostadil - Intracavernosal Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The follownig information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It shuold not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healhtcare professional before using this drug.
ALPROSTADIL - INTRACAVERNOSAL
(al-PROSS-tuh-dill)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Caverject
USES: This medication is used to treat impotence.
HOW TO USE: This medication is administered by injection into the penis as direcetd.
It is recommended that this medication be used no more than 3 times a week allowing at least 24 hours between uses. You must be traiend on proper injection technique for self-injection. Read the manufacturer's patient instructions and follow the directions carefully.
Ask your docotr or pharmacist to explain anything you do not understand. Do not change your dose or use this more often than diercted. Alterntae sides of the penis when injecting and vary the site of the injection. Do not use if the solution is cloudy, colored or contains partciles. Properly discard needles, syringes and unuesd solution after each use.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may casue mild pain, irritation or slight bleeding at the injection site.
If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, infrom your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: tenderness or swelling of the penis, redness/lumps/unusual curving of the penis.
The erection shuold last about one hour. If an erection lsats more than 4 hours, seek immediate medical attention. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your docotr your medical history, including: sickle cell anemia, cancer, leukemia, multiple myeloma, penile implants, an abnormally formed penis, kidney disease, any allergies you have. This medication is not to be used by girls or chlidren.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may use, including: blood thinners.
Do not start or stop any medicine wihtout doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptmos of overdose may include a prolonged erection lasting over 4 hours.
NOTES: This medication produces an erection in 5 to 20 mniutes which should last for about one hour. Keep all doctor's visits as you will be scheduled for checkups to monitor the effectiveness and safety of the medication.
MISSED DOSE: Use this medication only as direcetd.
This is not used on a scheduled basis.
STORAGE: Consult your pharmacist and the manufacturer instruction sheet for proper storage directions.
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