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Ilomedin

Active Ingredient:
Iloprost Trometamol
Origin:
EU

Ilomedin (Iloprost Trometamol)

Iloprost Trometamol, the active ingredient in Ilomedin, is a prostacyclin analog presented as a sterile solution for intravenous infusion intended for intravenous use. It is employed to manage pulmonary arterial hypertension and to treat digital ulcers associated with systemic sclerosis, providing vasodilatory and antiplatelet effects in these conditions.

GNH India supplies Ilomedin as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, transplant centres, oncology centres, pharmacies and clinics worldwide, with a focus on quality assurance and regulatory compliance and reliable delivery.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Italfarmaco S.P.A

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Indications & Clinical Uses

  • Ilomedin acts on the prostacyclin pathway to provide vasodilation in pulmonary vascular disease.
  • Pulmonary arterial hypertension: improves exercise capacity and reduces pulmonary vascular resistance.
  • Digital ulcers associated with systemic sclerosis: promotes ulcer healing and lowers the incidence of new ulcers.

How It Works

  • Iloprost Trometamol is a selective IP (prostacyclin) receptor agonist. By binding to endothelial and smooth‑muscle IP receptors, it stimulates cyclic AMP production, leading to potent vasodilation, inhibition of platelet aggregation, and antiproliferative effects on vascular smooth‑muscle cells, thereby reducing pulmonary arterial pressure and improving microcirculatory flow.

Side Effects

Ilomedin may be associated with a range of adverse reactions, which are categorized by frequency and severity.

Common Side Effects

  • Flushing: transient warmth and reddening of the skin.
  • Headache: mild to moderate intensity.
  • Nausea: occasional gastrointestinal upset.
  • Jaw pain: discomfort during chewing.
  • Hypotension: mild blood‑pressure drop.
  • Cough: dry or productive.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Severe hypotension: marked blood‑pressure reduction requiring intervention.
  • Pulmonary edema: fluid accumulation in the lungs.
  • Bleeding: increased risk due to antiplatelet action.
  • Thrombocytopenia: low platelet count.
  • Arrhythmia: irregular heart rhythm.
  • Anaphylaxis: rare severe allergic reaction.

Precautions & Warnings

  • When using Ilomedin, several precautionary measures should be observed to ensure patient safety.
  • Monitor blood pressure: check regularly during infusion.
  • Adjust infusion rate in hypotension: reduce speed if systolic pressure falls.
  • Caution in bleeding disorders: evaluate risk before administration.
  • Avoid use after recent myocardial infarction: assess cardiac status.
  • Pregnancy safety unknown: weigh benefits against potential risks.
  • Store at 2-8°C: keep refrigerated, protect from light, do not freeze or shake.

Avoid Interactions

Ilomedin can interact with other medications, requiring careful management.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Concomitant potent vasodilators (e.g., nitrates): may cause severe hypotension.
  • Anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin): increased bleeding risk.
  • Other prostacyclin analogs: additive vasodilatory effects.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • NSAIDs: may diminish antiplatelet benefit.
  • Calcium channel blockers: potential enhancement of blood‑pressure lowering.
  • ACE inhibitors: possible additive hypotensive effect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ilomedin is indicated for the management of pulmonary arterial hypertension, where it helps lower pulmonary arterial pressure and improve exercise capacity, and for digital ulcers associated with systemic sclerosis, where it promotes ulcer healing and reduces the formation of new ulcers.

Iloprost Trometamol is a selective agonist of the prostacyclin (IP) receptor. Activation of this receptor increases cyclic AMP within vascular smooth‑muscle cells, causing vasodilation, inhibiting platelet aggregation, and exerting antiproliferative effects that together improve blood flow in the pulmonary circulation and peripheral microvasculature.

The dosing regimen for Ilomedin is individualized. The prescribing clinician determines the infusion rate, concentration, and duration based on the patient’s clinical status, response, and tolerance, following established guidelines for pulmonary arterial hypertension or digital ulcer therapy.

The pregnancy category for Ilomedin is unknown. Because it may affect vascular tone and platelet function, it should only be used during pregnancy or lactation if the potential benefits justify the potential risks, and after a thorough risk‑benefit assessment by the treating physician.

To order Ilomedin, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com, specifying the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies, and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details (including cold‑chain if needed), and assistance with import documentation.

Ilomedin belongs to the prostacyclin analog class, offering potent vasodilation and antiplatelet effects via IP‑receptor activation. Compared with endothelin receptor antagonists or phosphodiesterase‑5 inhibitors, it provides a direct prostacyclin pathway, which can be advantageous in patients who do not respond adequately to oral agents, though it requires intravenous administration.

Ilomedin should be stored at 2‑8 °C in a refrigerator, protected from light. Do not freeze or shake the solution. Keep the product in its original packaging until use, and discard any solution that appears discolored or contains particles.

Ilomedin is supplied as a sterile solution for intravenous infusion. It is administered through a controlled infusion pump, typically over a period of 15‑30 minutes, with the infusion rate adjusted according to the patient’s hemodynamic response and tolerability, under close medical supervision.

Serious risks include severe hypotension, pulmonary edema, significant bleeding due to antiplatelet activity, thrombocytopenia, arrhythmias, and rare anaphylactic reactions. Patients should be monitored closely for signs of these events, and infusion should be halted immediately if they occur.

Ilomedin is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to iloprost or any component of the formulation, in those with severe uncontrolled hypotension, and in individuals who have experienced recent myocardial infarction or severe bleeding disorders without appropriate medical oversight.

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