What is included in the box of Caverject Impulse and Caverject Powder for Injection?
| Caverject Impulse | Caverject Powder for Injection | |
|---|---|---|
| Package Inclusions* | 2x dual chamber cartridge containing both alprostadil and diluent (bacteriostatic water for injection preserved with benzyl alcohol)† | 1x vial containing alprostadil |
| 2x 29G needles | 1x 1mL pre-filled diluent (bacteriostatic water for injection preserved with benzyl alcohol) † | |
| 4x alcohol swabs | 1x 22G needle | |
| Product Information | 1x 27G or 30G needle | |
| 2x alcohol swaps | ||
| Product Information |
* No additional items are required when assembling
† Only the accompanying diluent should be used for reconstituting
REFERENCES
Caverject Impulse® (alprostadil) Product Information
Caverject® Powder for Injection (alprostadil) Product Information
How should Caverject Impulse or Caverject Powder for Injection be stored?
Unreconstituted product should be stored below 25oC and protected from moisture. To reduce microbiological hazard, once reconstituted the product should be used as soon as possible. If storage is necessary, product may be stored at 2-8oC (Refrigerate. Do not freeze) for not more than 24 hours.
REFERENCES
Caverject Impulse® (alprostadil) Product Information
Caverject® Powder for Injection (alprostadil) Product Information
Can a single Caverject Impulse injection or Caverject Powder for Injection vial be used multiple times?
The reconstituted Caverject Impulse and Caverject Powder for Injection are intended for single use only and should be discarded after use. Patients should be instructed regarding appropriate injection technique including the need for the use of a new syringe and needle for each injection. Following administration, the syringes and/or vial should be discarded; patients should be instructed in the appropriate disposal of the syringe and needle.
REFERENCES
Caverject Impulse® (alprostadil) Product Information
Caverject® Powder for Injection (alprostadil) Product Information
Prescribing information (PDF)
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