liposomal prostaglandin E1 Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more
Liposome-encapsulated form of prostaglandin E1 (Liprostin) is known to be a potent vasodilator and platelet inhibitor as well as an anti-inflammatory and anti-thrombotic agent. The liposomal formulation of PGE-1 changes the drug’s dynamics and improve its therapeutic index in ways that PGE-1 alone could not achieve.
| Trade Name | liposomal prostaglandin E1 |
| Generic | liposomal prostaglandin E1 |
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| Groups | Investigational |
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| Last Updated: | January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am |
Uses
Investigated for use/treatment in neuropathy (diabetic) and peripheral vascular disease.
How liposomal prostaglandin E1 works
The encapsulated formulation (Liprostin) has been shown to improve the therapeutic index of PGE-1, positively impacting many areas of treatment, such as heart attacks, occlusive disease, ischemic ulcers, critical limb salvage, claudicants, and arthritis.
