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Iloprost (By injection)

Iloprost (EYE-loe-prost)

Treats severe frostbite.

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When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. It must be injected slowly, so your IV will need to stay in place for at least 6 hours.
• A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you have kidney disease or liver disease.
• Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine.
• This medicine may cause hypotension (low blood pressure).
• This medicine may make you dizzy. Stand up slowly. You may feel lightheaded if you get up suddenly from a lying or sitting position.
• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting
• Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Nausea, vomiting
• Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
• Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

Last Updated: 9/6/2024