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Iloprost

An injection for severe frostbite in adults, to reduce the risk of amputation.

Clinical information

Common uses

severe frostbite in adults

Common side effects

headache
flushing
palpitations or fast heartbeat
feeling or being sick
dizziness and low blood pressure

Cautions

can cause symptomatic low blood pressure — vital signs are monitored

Pregnancy: limited data — no clear risk identified

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, Aurlumyn (iloprost) label, setid 34036fc0-6832-d066-e063-6394a90a18a4 (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations2

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Iloprost	Respule	20 mg/ml	MFDA designated importers with Pre Authorization approval before import	hospital
Iloprost	Respule	10 mg/ml	MFDA designated importers with Pre Authorization approval before import	hospital