What is Ventavis used for?
- Ventavis is used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs.
Before taking Ventavis, tell your doctor:
- If you are allergic to this medicine (Ventavis); any part of this medicine (Ventavis); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
- If you have low blood pressure.
- If you are breast-feeding. Do not breast-feed while you take this medicine (Ventavis).
This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine (Ventavis).
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine (Ventavis) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
What are some things I need to know or do while I take Ventavis?
- Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine (Ventavis). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
- Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how this medicine (Ventavis) affects you.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Be careful going up and down stairs.
- Check blood pressure and heart rate as the doctor has told you.
- Always have a backup system close by in case you need to use it.
- You may bleed more easily. Be careful and avoid injury. Use a soft toothbrush and an electric razor.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine (Ventavis) while you are pregnant.
How is Ventavis best taken?
Use this medicine (Ventavis) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.
- For breathing into the lungs only using the I-neb® AAD® system.
- Do not swallow this medicine (Ventavis).
- Do not mix other drugs in nebulizer.
- After you take a dose, throw away any drug that is left in the chamber so it is ready for the next dose. Clean as you have been told by your doctor.
- If this medicine (Ventavis) gets in the eyes or on the skin, rinse with water.
- Do not expose others to this medicine (Ventavis) while you are breathing it, especially babies and pregnant women.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
- Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
- If it is less than 2 hours until your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
- Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
What are the side effects of Ventavis that I need to call my doctor about immediately?
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
- Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
- Very bad dizziness or passing out.
- Any unexplained bruising or bleeding.
- Trouble breathing that is new or worse.
- Coughing up blood.
- A heartbeat that does not feel normal.
- Trouble opening your mouth.
What are some other side effects of Ventavis?
All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
- Back pain.
- Mouth pain.
- Cough.
- Headache.
- Jaw tightness.
- Flushing.
- Muscle cramps.
- Upset stomach or throwing up.
- Trouble sleeping.
- Flu-like signs.
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
If overdose is suspected:
If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.
How do I store and/or throw out Ventavis?
- Store at room temperature in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
- Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
- Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
Consumer information use and disclaimer
- If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
- Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
- Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine (Ventavis), please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.
This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine (Ventavis) or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine (Ventavis). It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine (Ventavis). This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine (Ventavis).
