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Iloprost – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: APRELEX
Strength: 20 mcg/ml | Form: Solution For Inhalation
Price in UAE: AED 2016.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Iloprost

Class: | Prostacyclin analog Use: | Treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) to improve exercise capacity Adult dose: | 2.5 to 5 mcg inhaled 6 to 9 times daily, titrated based on clinical response Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients Side effects: | Headache, flushing, jaw pain, nausea, diarrhea, hypotension Contraindications: | Severe pulmonary hypertension due to left heart disease, hypersensitivity to iloprost or any component of the

Drug Class

Prostacyclin analog

Uses & Indications

Treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) to improve exercise capacity

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Tabuk Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Co., SAUDI ARABIA

Package Size

30’s [1ml Ampoule x 30]

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 2016.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

2.5 to 5 mcg inhaled 6 to 9 times daily, titrated based on clinical response

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients

Side Effects

Headache, flushing, jaw pain, nausea, diarrhea, hypotension

Contraindications & Precautions

Severe pulmonary hypertension due to left heart disease, hypersensitivity to iloprost or any component of the formulation

Important Warnings

Risk of hypotension, especially in patients with pulmonary hypertension; monitor blood pressure regularly; may cause bronchospasm in patients with reactive airway disease

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Iloprost available in UAE pharmacies:

APRELEX 20 mcg/ml Solution For Inhalation ILOMEDIN 20 mcg/ml Solution For Intravenous Infusion ILOMEDIN 50 mcg/0.5ml Solution For Injection VENTAVIS 20 mcg Solution For Nebulization

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See also: Other Prostacyclin analog medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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