Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 1, 2021.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Muse
In Canada
- Muse Micro
Available Dosage Forms:
- Suppository
Therapeutic Class: Erectile Dysfunction Agent
Pharmacologic Class: Prostaglandin
Uses for alprostadil
Alprostadil urethral suppository is used to treat men who have erectile dysfunction (also called sexual impotence). It belongs to a group of medicines called vasodilators that can increase blood flow by expanding blood vessels. Alprostadil causes an erection because it increases the blood flow to the penis.
Alprostadil should not be used as a sexual aid by men who do not have erectile dysfunction. If the medicine is not used properly, permanent damage to the penis and loss of the ability to have erections could result.
Alprostadil is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using alprostadil
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For alprostadil, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to alprostadil or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Alprostadil urethral suppository is not indicated for use in children.
Geriatric
No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of alprostadil urethral suppository in geriatric patients.
Breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Interactions with medicines
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the ...
