Vitaprost® (Prostate Extract) Tablets/Suppositories

What Is Vitaprost (Prostate Extract) Tablets and Suppositories?

Vitaprost is a urological medicine containing prostate extract, a biologically derived ingredient standardized by its water-soluble peptide content.

It is used as part of comprehensive treatment for various prostate-related conditions, including chronic prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and conditions before and after prostate surgery.

Vitaprost is available in several formulations: enteric-coated tablets, rectal suppositories, and higher-strength Vitaprost Forte suppositories.

Each formulation contains a specific amount of active ingredient and has its own approved indications and administration instructions.

Standard Vitaprost tablets and suppositories are intended for adult men, while Vitaprost Forte is also indicated for certain urinary disorders in menopausal and postmenopausal women, including urinary urgency, frequent urination, and urgency urinary incontinence.

Vitaprost is generally used as part of a comprehensive treatment approach that may include additional medicines, medical monitoring, and non-medication therapies.

The choice of formulation and treatment duration depends on the diagnosed condition and individual treatment requirements.

What Is Vitaprost Used For?

Vitaprost is indicated for several urological conditions, depending on its formulation:

• Chronic prostatitis, including exacerbations of chronic nonbacterial prostatitis.
• Prevention of exacerbations of chronic nonbacterial prostatitis with the tablet formulation.
• Benign prostatic hyperplasia, particularly with tablets or Vitaprost Forte.
• Management of conditions before and after prostate surgery.
• Urgency urinary incontinence, frequent urination, and urgent urinary sensations associated with uncomplicated overactive bladder in menopausal and postmenopausal women, specifically with Vitaprost Forte.

Vitaprost is not a substitute for comprehensive medical evaluation or other necessary treatments.

What Is the Difference Between Vitaprost Tablets, Suppositories, and Vitaprost Forte?

Vitaprost is available in three formulations:

• Vitaprost Tablets 20 milligrams: Blue to light-blue, enteric-coated tablets containing 100 milligrams of prostate extract, equivalent to 20 milligrams of water-soluble peptides. Each package contains 20 tablets.
• Vitaprost Suppositories 10 milligrams: Rectal suppositories containing 50 milligrams of prostate extract, equivalent to 10 milligrams of peptides. Each package contains 10 suppositories.
• Vitaprost Forte Suppositories 20 milligrams: Higher-strength rectal suppositories containing 100 milligrams of prostate extract, equivalent to 20 milligrams of peptides. Each package contains 10 suppositories.

The appropriate formulation depends on the approved indication and individual treatment requirements.

How Should Vitaprost Be Used?

Vitaprost tablets are taken orally, one tablet twice daily. Treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia generally lasts at least 30 days. Courses for exacerbations of chronic prostatitis also last at least 30 days and may be repeated once or twice annually.

Regular Vitaprost suppositories are administered rectally once daily after natural bowel emptying or a cleansing enema. Remaining in bed for 30–40 minutes after insertion is recommended. Treatment lasts at least 10 days.

Vitaprost Forte is administered similarly, one suppository daily. Minimum treatment durations are 10 days for chronic prostatitis, 15 days for benign prostatic hyperplasia, and 20 days for overactive bladder. Repeat courses may be considered when necessary.

What Are the Possible Side Effects of Vitaprost?

Allergic reactions are the principal adverse effects reported for Vitaprost. They occur very rarely with tablets and Vitaprost Forte, while their frequency with regular suppositories is unknown. Any suspected hypersensitivity reaction requires medical assessment.

No overdose cases were reported in the supplied product information. Documented interactions with other medicines have not been established, although this does not exclude possible interactions.

Who Should Not Use Vitaprost?

Vitaprost should not be used by individuals with hypersensitivity to its ingredients or by anyone younger than 18 years.

The tablets are additionally contraindicated in certain inherited sugar intolerances, enzyme deficiencies, and glucose-galactose malabsorption because they contain lactose and sucrose.

Regular Vitaprost tablets and suppositories are intended only for adult men. Vitaprost Forte is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What Precautions Are Important During Vitaprost Treatment?

Chronic prostatitis treatment may require additional medicines and other therapies. Prostate secretion testing may be appropriate before or during treatment. Benign prostatic hyperplasia requires regular medical monitoring and confirmation that the condition is benign.

Vitaprost is not reported to impair driving or the operation of machinery.

How Should Vitaprost Be Stored?

All Vitaprost formulations should be stored at temperatures not exceeding 25°C (77°F), away from children.

The shelf life is 3 years for tablets, 2 years for regular suppositories, and 3 years for Vitaprost Forte suppositories.

Do not use the medicine after the expiration date printed on its packaging.