Tyvaso (Treprostinil Inhalation Solution) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

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February 9, 2012

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Tyvaso®
(treprostinil) Inhalation Solution

DRUG DESCRIPTION

Tyvaso is a sterile formulation of treprostinil intended for administration by oral inhalation using the Optineb-ir device. Tyvaso (treprostinil inhalation solution) is supplied in 2.9 mL low density polyethylene (LDPE) ampules, containing 1.74 mg treprostinil (0.6 mg/mL). Each ampule also contains 18.9 mg sodium chloride, 18.3 mg sodium citrate, 0.58 mg sodium hydroxide, 11.7 mg 1 N hydrochloric acid, and water for injection. Sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid may be added to adjust pH between 6.0 and 7.2.

Treprostinil is (1R,2R,3aS,9aS)-[[2,3,3a,4,9,9a-hexahydro-2-hydroxy-1-[(3S)-3-hydroxyoctyl]-1Hbenz[f]inden-5-yl]oxy]acetic acid. Treprostinil has a molecular weight of 390.51 and a molecular formula of C₂₃H₃₄O₅.

The structural formula of treprostinil is:

Tyvaso® (treprostinil) Structural Formula Illustration

What are the precautions when taking treprostinil inhalation solution (Tyvaso)?

Before using treprostinil, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: low blood pressure, kidney problems, liver problems, bleeding problems, other breathing problems (such as asthma).

This drug may make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.

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Last reviewed on RxList: 4/6/2011
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.