Caverject Vial (Alprostadil)

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Description

Caverject (alprostadil) is an injection used to treat erectile dysfunction. Women or children should not use Caverject. 


Fact Table

Formula

C20H34O5

License

US DailyMed

Bioavailability

Not determined

Legal status

Rx-only

Chemical Name

Alprostadil

Elimination half-life

5 to 10 minutes

Dosage (Strength)

10mcg, 20mcg, 40mcg

Pregnancy

-

Brands

Caverject

Protein binding

81%

PubChem CID

5280723

MedlinePlus

a695022

ChEBI

15544

ATC code

C01EA01

DrugBank

DB00770

KEGG

C04741

Routes of administration

Injection

Directions

The instructions that come with your Caverject prescription should be read carefully. If you have any questions or concerns, speak with your doctor or pharmacist.

Use Caverject as instructed by your doctor. The first dose is to be administered in your doctor's office. How to prepare and inject Caverject should be taught to you by your healthcare provider before you administer it for the first time. How much you should inject and when will also be told to you by him or her. 

Use of Caverject should not exceed 3 times a week. 

Do not use Caverject more than once within 24 hours.

Rotate injection sites with each use of Caverject.

Each dose is single-use. Properly dispose of the remains of the dose and injection after use.

Ingredients

Alprostadil is the active ingredient in Caverject. Alpha cyclodextrin, lactose, sodium citrate, and benzyl alcohol are the inactive ingredients. To balance pH levels, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide is included in Caverject.

Contraindications

Do not use Caverject if you have an allergy to alprostadil or any of the other ingredients contained in Caverject.

If you have health conditions that may cause you to have an erection for more than 4 hours, you should avoid the use of Caverject. These conditions include sickle cell anemia, sickle cell trait, multiple myeloma, and leukemia.

If the shape of your penis is deformed, avoid the use of Caverject.

If you have a penile implant, avoid the use of Caverject.

Cautions

  • Before you begin treatment with Caverject, tell your doctor:
    • About any medications you take, including prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements. 
    • If you have any allergies.
    • About any medical conditions you may have.

Side Effects

An erection that lasts longer than 4 hours, deformed penis shape, low blood pressure, bleeding at the injection site, and benzyl alcohol toxicity are some possible Caverject side effects. Caverject can cause other side effects not mentioned. Immediately tell your doctor if you have side effects that bother you or will not go away. 

Reference:

Caverject (alprostadil) for injection, for intracavernosal use. New York, NY: Pharmacia & Upjohn Co; 2017.



IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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