Prostal
Prostal Products are primarily used for
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), Erectile dysfunction
About Prostal Products
Uses of Prostal Products
Alprostadil is used in the treatment of patent ductus arteriosus and erectile dysfunction. It may also be used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
Prostal Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Prostal are Apnea (absence of breathing), Fever, Seizure, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Diarrhea, Sepsis.
How Prostal Products work
Alprostadil is similar to a natural substance in the body called prostaglandin E1. It works by improving blood flow in newborn babies born with heart defects. When it is administered in the penis, it acts locally to relax the blood vessels and increases blood flow in the penis. This results in prolonged persistence of the penile erection that is adequate for sexual activity.
Patient Concerns about Prostal Products
Frequently asked questions about Prostal Products
Frequently asked questions about Alprostadil
Q. What is Prostal Injection used for?
Prostal Injection is a medication used in newborns with certain types of congenital heart defects. It helps keep a blood vessel called the ductus arteriosus open, which is essential for maintaining blood flow until corrective surgery can be performed. This is critical for babies born with heart conditions that affect blood flow to the lungs or body.
Q. What should I expect during Prostal Injection treatment?
During treatment, your baby may be closely monitored in the NICU, have regular vital sign checks, undergo frequent blood tests, have continuous heart monitoring, and be watched for any side effects.
Q. How long will my baby need Prostal Injection?
The duration depends on your baby's specific heart condition, timing of planned surgery, response to treatment, and overall health status. Your doctor will discuss the expected treatment timeline based on your baby's situation.
Q. Who should not receive Prostal Injection?
Prostal Injection should not be used in newborns with persistent fetal circulation and abnormal lung-to-heart blood flow, which may cause lung swelling.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Prostal Injection in infants?
Some serious side effects of Prostal Injection in infants include apnea (stopped breathing), seizures, heart rhythm problems, low blood pressure, bleeding disorders, and lung or kidney problems.
Q. Why is breathing monitoring needed during Prostal Injection treatment?
Prostal Injection can cause apnea (breathing to stop temporarily), especially in babies under 2 kg. Babies on this medication must be in an ICU for close monitoring and possible ventilation.
Q. What signs should doctors watch for during Prostal Injection treatment?
The doctors may monitor changes in breathing pattern, color changes in skin, changes in heart rate or rhythm, signs of infection, temperature changes, changes in blood pressure, etc.
Q. Can Prostal Injection affect a baby’s bones or stomach?
Yes, long-term Prostal Injection use may cause bone thickening, especially in the legs (reversible after stopping), and stomach issues like gastric outlet blockage.
Q. How long is Prostal Injection usually used?
Prostal Injection is used temporarily, ideally within the first 96 hours after birth, when it works best. The goal is to keep the blood vessel open only until surgery is possible.
Products for Prostal
Prostal Injection
vial of 1 ml Injection
MRP
₹5517
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