Iloprost Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Iloprost-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Iloprost brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Iloprost Pronunciation : EYE-low-prost ICD Code : Y52.3 Therapeutic Classification : VasodilatorsBrand Names or Trade Names of Iloprost
International :
Ventavis
Why is Iloprost Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a synthetic analogue of prostacyclin, prescribed for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It dilates systemic and pulmonary arterial vascular beds.When should Iloprost not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Iloprost?
Inhalation: The recommended dosing regimen is 6 to 9 times daily (no more than every 2 hours) during waking hours, according to individual need and tolerability. The first inhaled dose should be 2.5 mcg (as delivered at the mouthpiece). If this dose is well tolerated, dosing should be increased to 5.0 mcg and maintained at that dose; otherwise maintain the dose at 2.5 mcg.How should Iloprost be taken?
It is available in various forms like inhalation, solution for injection and oral.What are the warnings and precautions for Iloprost?
• It should not be used over eyes or skin.• Avoid repeated dose within two hours of previous dose.
• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of lung disease, asthma, liver or kidney disease, low blood pressure, blood-clotting problems, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
What are the side effects of Iloprost?
Most Common- Flushing, increased cough, headache, flu syndrome, nausea, vomiting, muscle cramp, dizziness, diarrhea, low blood pressure, sleeplessness and fainting.Serious- Congestive heart failure, chest pain, fast heart rate, difficulty in breathing, peripheral edema and kidney failure.
What are the other precautions for Iloprost?
Avoid excess dosage.It may affect patient’s blood pressure and platelet count, monitor blood pressure and blood count regularly.