Alprostadil injectable and transurethral and Betapace AF

• Generic Name: alprostadil
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Caverject, Caverject Impulse, Edex, Muse, Prostin VR Pediatric, Edex Refill

Alprostadil is used to treat erectile dysfunction (impotence) and to help diagnose certain causes of this disorder. Alprostadil is also used to improve blood flow in newborn babies with heart problems. This medication guide addresses only the adult male use of alprostadil in erectile disorders.

Alprostadil relaxes blood vessels and muscles in the penis which increases blood flow, causing an erection.

Alprostadil may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: sotalol
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Betapace, Sorine, Betapace AF, Sotalol Hydrochloride AF, Sotylize

Sotalol is used to a treat life-threatening heart rhythm problem called ventricular arrhythmia. It is also used to treat heart rhythm problems called atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter.

Sotalol is a beta-blocker. It works by affecting the response to nerve impulses in certain parts of the body, like the heart. As a result, the heart beats slower and at a regular rhythm.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.