What Is Caverject?
Caverject (alprostadil) is a naturally occurring form of prostaglandin used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) and to help diagnose certain causes of this disorder. Caverject is also used to improve blood flow in newborn babies with a certain genetic heart condition. Caverject is available in generic form.
What Are Side Effects of Caverject?
Common side effects of Caverject include:
- injection site reactions (mild/moderate pain, irritation, or slight bleeding),
- unusual discharge from your penis,
- pain in your penis/urethra/testicles,
- headache,
- dizziness,
- back pain,
- a rash on the skin of your penis,
- itching/warmth/numbness of your penis,
- cough,
- stuffy nose,
- cold symptoms, and
- flu symptoms.
Tell your doctor if you have unlikely but serious side effects of Caverject including:
- redness/tenderness/swelling of the penis, or
- lumps or unusual curving of the penis.
Dosage for Caverject
The dose of Caverject is individualized for each patient under supervision of a physician. Doses of greater than 60 mcg are not recommended.
What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Caverject?
Caverject may interact with nitroglycerin, hydralazine, or blood thinners. Tell your doctor all medications you use.
Caverject During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
This medication is not for use by women; therefore it is unlikely to be used during pregnancy or breast-feeding. It is recommended men use a condom to prevent transfer of this medication to a sexual partner if she is pregnant or could become pregnant.
Additional Information
Our Caverject (alprostadil) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
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