The ED Meds Caverject Impulse is a prostaglandin (PGE-1) which works by relaxing certain muscles in the penis and widening blood vessels.  In turn this increases blood flow to the penis and helps to cause, and maintain an erection. When the effect of the treatment wears off, blood flow returns to normal and the erection disappears.

However, it is important to know that you should NOT use ED Meds Caverject Impulse if:

• You are allergic to any ingredient in the ED Meds Caverject Impulse
• You have blood problems (eg, sickle cell anemia or sickle cell trait, leukemia)
• You have bone marrow problems (eg, multiple myeloma)
•  You suffer from  conditions that may increase your risk for a prolonged, painful erection (priapism)
•  You have penile problems such as an implant, deformity, Peyronie disease or fibrosis of the penis
• If you suffer from any of these conditions, or there is any other reason why you should not have sexual intercourse you should contact your health care provider prior to use.

You should also tell your health care provider if you:

• are taking any medicine, herbal preparation or dietary supplement
• have allergies
• have inflammation or infection of the penis
• have kidney or urinary problems
• you use other medicine for erectile problems
• you have a blood-borne disease such s HIV or hepatitis

You must also tell your health care provider if you are taking any anticoagulants or heparin.

How to use Caverject Impulse

Use Caverject Impulse, as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

The ED Meds Caverject Impulse is injected directly into the penis and a health care provider will teach you how to prepare and use Caverject Impulse.

Be sure you understand how to use Caverject Impulse to allow you to follow the procedures you are taught. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.

Do not use Caverject Impulse if it contains particles, is cloudy or discoloured, or if the cartridge is cracked or damaged.

Use the ED Meds Caverject Impulse within 24 hours after mixing. If the needle breaks during the injection, grasp and remove the broken end if possible and contact your doctor.

Use each vial or cartridge one time only. Do not reuse any medicine left in the container.

Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets.

Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use.

The ED Meds Caverject Impulse, usually starts to work within 5 to 20 minutes after you inject it and will last about 30 to 60 minutes.

Do not use more than one dose of Caverject Impulse in a 24-hour period or more than 3 doses per week without first checking with your doctor.

Important safety information

The ED medicine Caverject Impulse may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.

Seek medical attention if you experience a painful erection or have an erection that lasts for more than 4 hours (priapism). If this is not treated right away it could lead to permanent sexual problems such as impotence.

The ED medication Caverject Impulse does not protect against the spread of sexually transmitted diseases  (eg, HIV) or blood-borne diseases (eg, hepatitis B). Use barrier methods of birth control (eg, condoms) if you have an STD or blood-borne disease.

If your partner experiences vaginal dryness or painful vaginal sensations, talk with your doctor. It might be necessary to use a water-based lubricant during sexual intercourse.

You will need to have regular check-ups with your doctor while you are using Caverject Impulse.

PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING

It is not known if the ED Meds Caverject Impulse can cause harm to the fetus and is not approved for use in women.

Possible side effects of Caverject Impulse

All medicines may cause side effects, although these are often rare. Check with your doctor if you suffer from persistent bleeding at the injection site or  mild to moderate genital pain.

Seek medical attention immediately if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

• Severe allergic reactions
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue
• Abnormal ejaculation
• Bleeding from the tip of the penis or bloody urine or change in the amount of urine
• Dizziness or fainting
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Painful or prolonged erection
• Tenderness
• Numbness
• Strange sensation
• Discoloration of the penis
• Severe or persistent bleeding or bruising at the injection site
• Severe or persistent pain
• Swelling, or redness at the injection site
• Swelling of the leg veins
• White patches or discharge from the penis

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider.

To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

Proper storage of Caverject Impulse

Before mixing, store Caverject Impulse at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C).

Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted.

After mixing, you may store Caverject Impulse below 77 degrees (25 degrees C) for up to 24 hours.

Do not refrigerate or freeze. Store away from heat, moisture, and light.

Keep Caverject Impulse out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information

Caverject Impulse is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about the ED Meds Caverject Impulse.

If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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