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About Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml
Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml belongs to the class of medicine called vasodilators. It is primarily used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence, is defined as the difficulty of keeping a hard and erect penis that is firm enough and suitable for sexual activity. Symptoms may include less sexual desire, trouble getting and keeping an erection, and pain during intercourse. Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml is also used as an adjunct to other diagnostic tests in the diagnosis of erectile dysfunction.
Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml contains ‘Alprostadil, which belongs to the class of vasodilators. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis; and allows the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. Thereby, it helps to treat erectile dysfunction.
Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml may cause certain side effects such as pain or aching in the penis, breakage of the needle, burning sensation in the opening of the urinary opening of the penis, redness of the penis, and prolonged erection. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, if you experience these side effects persistently, consult your doctor immediately. Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml should be administered as prescribed by your doctor. Before administration, read the label carefully.
Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml should be avoided if you are allergic to it or other components present in it. This medicine is contraindicated in conditions such as sickle cell anemia or sickle cell trait, multiple myeloma, leukemia, cavernosal fibrosis, and penile implants, as it can lead to serious side effects. Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml is only recommended for use in men; hence, the use of this medicine in women and children should be avoided. Inform your doctor if you have/had heart problems or stroke, low blood pressure or uncontrolled high blood pressure, liver/kidney and penile fibrosis. Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml may cause dizziness, so avoid driving, as it can make you dizzy. Avoid consuming alcohol as it may cause increased dizziness and other unusual side effects.
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Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml contains Alprostadil, which belongs to the class of vasodilators. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis; and allows the blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited. Thereby, it helps to treat erectile dysfunction.
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Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml should be avoided if you are allergic to it or its other components. This medicine is contraindicated in conditions such as sickle cell anemia or sickle cell trait, multiple myeloma, leukemia, cavernosal fibrosis, Peyronie’s disease or penile implants, as it can lead to serious side effects. Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml is only recommended for use in men; hence, the use of this medicine in women and children should be avoided. Inform your doctor if you have/had heart problems or stroke, low blood pressure or uncontrolled high blood pressure, liver/kidney and penile fibrosis. Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml may cause dizziness, so avoid driving, as it can make you dizzy. Avoid consuming alcohol, which might cause increased dizziness and other unusual side effects.
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No, do not take Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml with nitrates. Taking Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml with medicines used to treat angina/chest pain, such as nitrates/nitroglycerin, may cause severe lowering of blood pressure. You are advised not to take Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml if you are taking nitrates or have a history of heart attack/stroke.
Alpostin 500 mcg Injection 1 ml works by relaxing the blood vessels in the penis, allowing blood to flow into the penis when the person is sexually excited.
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Erectile dysfunction: Erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence, is defined as the difficulty of keeping a hard and erect penis that is firm enough and suitable for sexual activity. It could be a sign of physical or psychological conditions such as fear of sexual failure, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or stress. Certain health-related factors such as smoking, drinking, being overweight, being physically inactive, and high blood pressure also contribute to erectile dysfunction. Symptoms of erectile dysfunction include difficulty in getting an erection, difficulty in maintaining the erection during intercourse and decreased sexual desire.