Question 1

What are the potential benefits of using IV sildenafil for my baby?

Accepted Answer

This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the A Study To Evaluate Safety And Efficacy Of IV Sildenafil In The Treatment Of Neonates With Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension Of The Newborn clinical trial (NCT01720524). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 2

How does this treatment compare to other options available for PPHN?

Accepted Answer

This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the A Study To Evaluate Safety And Efficacy Of IV Sildenafil In The Treatment Of Neonates With Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension Of The Newborn clinical trial (NCT01720524). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 3

What side effects should I be aware of with IV sildenafil?

Accepted Answer

This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the A Study To Evaluate Safety And Efficacy Of IV Sildenafil In The Treatment Of Neonates With Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension Of The Newborn clinical trial (NCT01720524). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 4

How long will my baby need to be in the hospital if they participate?

Accepted Answer

This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the A Study To Evaluate Safety And Efficacy Of IV Sildenafil In The Treatment Of Neonates With Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension Of The Newborn clinical trial (NCT01720524). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 5

What will the follow-up care look like after the treatment ends?

Accepted Answer

This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the A Study To Evaluate Safety And Efficacy Of IV Sildenafil In The Treatment Of Neonates With Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension Of The Newborn clinical trial (NCT01720524). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 6

Are there any risks associated with the placebo treatment?

Accepted Answer

This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the A Study To Evaluate Safety And Efficacy Of IV Sildenafil In The Treatment Of Neonates With Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension Of The Newborn clinical trial (NCT01720524). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

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