Alprostadil (Prostin VR) and Hypotension
Result of checking the interaction of drug Alprostadil (Prostin VR) and disease Hypotension for safety when used together.
When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.
Consumer:Increased peripheral blood levels of prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) and its metabolites can lead to hypotension and/or dizziness. Intracavernous injections of alprostadil can lead to increased blood levels of PGE1. Therapy with alprostadil should be administered cautiously in patients with hypotension.
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Generic Name: alprostadil
Brand Name: Caverject, Caverject Impulse, Edex, Muse, Prostin VR Pediatric, Edex Refill
Synonyms: Alprostadil (injectable and transurethral), Alprostadil