Caverject

Caverject: A revolutionary drug for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and vascular diseases

In the world of medicine, new drugs are constantly appearing to solve various health problems. One of these innovative drugs, Caverject, produced by the Belgian company Pharmacia and Upjohn Belgium, is a promising treatment for erectile dysfunction and vascular diseases.

Caverject belongs to the pharmacological group of prostaglandins and their synthetic derivatives. The main active ingredient of the drug is alprostadil, which has the international name "Alprostadil" and is also known under the synonyms "Alprostan", "Vasaprostan", "Prostin VR" and "Edex".

Caverject is available in several dosage forms, including powder for the preparation of injection solutions of various concentrations. Indications for use of the drug include erectile dysfunction of neurogenic, vascular, psychogenic or mixed etiology. It can also be used to conduct a pharmacological test in a set of diagnostic tests for erectile dysfunction, as well as for the treatment of chronic obliterating diseases of the arteries of the extremities, atherosclerosis of the arteries of the extremities, diabetic angiopathy, vasculitis, peripheral circulatory disorders and congenital heart defects in newborns.

Like any medical drug, Caverject has contraindications. It is not recommended in case of hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, as well as in the presence of abnormalities of the penis. The use of Caverject is prohibited for sickle cell anemia, thrombocytopenia, polycythemia, multiple myeloma, venous thrombosis, increased blood viscosity, acute myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, arrhythmias, broncho-obstructive syndrome, pulmonary edema, liver dysfunction, severe cerebral vascular lesions, pregnancy, lactation , as well as in persons under 18 years of age and over 75 years of age.

Some side effects may occur when using Caverject, including penile pain, penile swelling, penile rash, prolonged or painful erections and priapism, fibrosis, balanitis, urethral bleeding, penile heat, numbness, redness or irritation. . In some cases, headaches, dizziness, nausea, increased blood pressure, arrhythmia, fungus syndrome (increased levels of liver enzymes), allergic reactions and other undesirable effects may occur.

Caverject should only be used as prescribed by a doctor. The dosage and regimen depend on the specific situation and individual characteristics of the patient. Typically, the drug is administered by injection into the penis, following special techniques and recommendations to minimize possible complications.

It is important to note that the information provided here is based on my knowledge prior to September 2021. Since my knowledge cutoff is at this date, I cannot provide the most up-to-date information about Caverject. It is recommended that you consult your healthcare professional or consult the latest sources of information for more accurate and current information about your drug.