Epoprostenol

Epoprostenol is a medication used primarily to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, a condition where the blood pressure in the lungs' arteries is too high. It works by dilating (widening) these blood vessels, which helps lower the pressure and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood through the lungs. Administered through continuous infusion, epoprostenol provides relief from symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue, and dizziness. It is a vital treatment for patients with severe pulmonary hypertension, improving their quality of life and, in some cases, survival rates.