What is Caverject: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Caverject

• Injection routeThrow away used needles in a hard, closed container that the needles cannot poke through. Keep this container away from children and pets.

• Injection routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any leftover medicine, containers, and other supplies. Throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not refrigerate or freeze.

• Injection routeUse a new needle and syringe each time you inject your medicine. Do not share needles. Never use a bent needle.

• Each vial or container of medicine should be used only 1 time. Do not keep medicine that is left over in the syringe after you give yourself an injection.

• You might need to use a very thin needle. The needle could break while you are injecting the medicine. Call your doctor immediately if the needle breaks.

• You should have an erection about 5 to 20 minutes after you use the medicine. The erection should last about 1 hour.

• Do not use this medicine if it is colored or if you can see particles floating in it.

• Mix the powder and the liquid by gently swirling the vial or device. Never shake the medicine to mix it.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. You will be taught how to give your medicine at home. Make sure you understand all of the instructions before you give yourself an injection.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• This medicine is given as a shot into your penis. You will receive the first dose of this medicine in your doctor's office to find out the best dose for you. You will need to stay in the doctor's office until your erection is gone.

• Do not use this medicine more than 3 times per week, unless your doctor tells you differently. Always wait at least 24 hours after using this medicine before you use it again.

• Injection routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any leftover medicine, containers, and other supplies. Throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.

• Each vial or container of medicine should be used only 1 time. Do not keep medicine that is left over in the syringe after you give yourself an injection.

• Do not use this medicine if it is colored or if you can see particles floating in it.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Mix the powder and the liquid by gently swirling the vial or device. Never shake the medicine to mix it.

• You might need to use a very thin needle. The needle could break while you are injecting the medicine. Call your doctor immediately if the needle breaks.

• This medicine is given as a shot into your penis. You will receive the first dose of this medicine in your doctor's office to find out the best dose for you. You will need to stay in the doctor's office until your erection is gone.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not refrigerate or freeze.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. You will be taught how to give your medicine at home. Make sure you understand all of the instructions before you give yourself an injection.

• Do not use this medicine more than 3 times per week, unless your doctor tells you differently. Always wait at least 24 hours after using this medicine before you use it again.

• Injection routeUse a new needle and syringe each time you inject your medicine. Do not share needles. Never use a bent needle.

• Injection routeThrow away used needles in a hard, closed container that the needles cannot poke through. Keep this container away from children and pets.

• You should have an erection about 5 to 20 minutes after you use the medicine. The erection should last about 1 hour.

What to do if you miss a dose of Caverject

Caverject contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to alprostadil, or if you have sickle cell anemia, leukemia, multiple myeloma, or an implant in your penis.

Caverject warnings

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• This medicine does not prevent pregnancy. Use birth control if you do not want pregnancy to occur.

• This medicine will not protect you or your partner from sexually transmitted diseases.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

• You might have a small amount of bleeding at the injection site. If you have an infection that is spread through blood, this could increase the risk of giving the infection to your sexual partner.

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or a history of blood clotting problems or heart or blood vessel disease.

Caverject interactions

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

• This medicine will not protect you or your partner from sexually transmitted diseases.

• This medicine does not prevent pregnancy. Use birth control if you do not want pregnancy to occur.

• You might have a small amount of bleeding at the injection site. If you have an infection that is spread through blood, this could increase the risk of giving the infection to your sexual partner.

• Some foods and medicines can affect how alprostadil works. Tell your doctor if you are using a blood thinner (including heparin or warfarin).