EPOPROSTENOL

Overview

EPOPROSTENOL is a Schedule H drug.
Epoprostenol is a prostaglandin (a hormone-like substance that occurs naturally in the body). Prostaglandins help to control functions in the body such as blood pressure and muscle contractions. Epoprostenol is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It improves your ability to exercise.

Usage

EPOPROSTENOL is generally used to treat: Hypertension

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of bleeding problem, heart failure, liver or kidney, blood disorders, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, and lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication. Avoid using any infusion pump that has not been approved for use by your doctor.

Symptoms of Overdosage

EPOPROSTENOL over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness

Common Side-Effects

EPOPROSTENOL : Abdomen Pain, Jaws Pain, Gums Bleeding, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Chills, Confusion, Constipation, Cough, Loose Motion, Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Head Headache, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Nausea, Vomit, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Weakness (generalized), Slurred Speech

Technical Classification

EPOPROSTENOL is categorized as: AGENTS FOR PULMONARY HYPERTENSION / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

EPOPROSTENOLEPOPROSTENOL