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What is the difference between cream and injection?

Name: What is the difference between cream and injection?
Published: 2026-08-18T15:59:06.801Z

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

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The cream is placed at the urethral opening, whereas intracavernosal products are injected into erectile tissue after specialist training. Their contraindications, handling and partner precautions differ.

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Alprostadil 10 micrograms powder for solution for injectionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 1
Vitaros 3 mg/g creamemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 2

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