Caboprost 250mcg Injection
Carboprost (250mcg)
by Neon Laboratories Ltd
vial of 1 ml Injection
About this medicine
Caboprost 250mcg Injection is a medicine used to control excessive bleeding from the uterus, that may occur after the childbirth. It stimulates contraction of the uterine muscles thus, helps to control post-delivery bleeding. Caboprost 250mcg Injection is given as an injection deep into the muscles under the medical supervision of a doctor. It is only given at the hospital setting, so do not self- administer the medicine. The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, flushing, headache, and chills. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. If you notice dizziness, avoid driving or attention-seeking activity. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, or you have high or low blood pressure, or have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Always remember, it is only giver after delivery not during pregnancy.
Uses
- Post-delivery bleeding
How it works
Caboprost 250mcg Injection stimulates contraction of the uterine muscles, helping to control post-delivery bleeding.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Hot flashes
- Diarrhea
- Chills
- Placental retention
- Cough
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Caboprost 250mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Caboprost 250mcg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
- Breast feedingCAUTION
- Caboprost 250mcg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Caboprost 250mcg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As Caboprost 250mcg Injection may make you lose consciousness, feel dizzy or drowsy and this may affect your ability to drive
- KidneyCAUTION
- Caboprost 250mcg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Caboprost 250mcg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Caboprost 250mcg Injection is not recommended in patients with active kidney disease.
- LiverCAUTION
- Caboprost 250mcg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Caboprost 250mcg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Caboprost 250mcg Injection is not recommended in patients with active liver disease.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Prostaglandin Derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Gynaecological
Frequently asked questions
What is Caboprost 250mcg Injection and what is it used for?
Caboprost 250mcg Injection is an injectable preparation which contains Carboprost. It is used to control excessive bleeding from the uterus that may occur after childbirth. It is used only when other methods or medicines fail to work. It may also be used in the medical abortion of pregnancy between 13th and 20th weeks of gestation.
How and in what dose can it be used?
It is given as an injection, only at a hospital or clinic by the medical healthcare professional. The dose is decided by the doctor, depending on the severity of bleeding after delivery.
What may be the possible side effects associated with it?
The most common side effects include vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, flushing, and headache. You may also feel increased uterine contractions, for some time. However, these conditions are manageable in hospital settings.
What is Caboprost 250mcg Injection and what is it used for?
Caboprost 250mcg Injection is a medicine which helps in controlling excessive bleeding from the uterus, that may occur after the childbirth. It is only used when other methods or medicines have not worked. It may also be used in the medical abortion of pregnancy between 13th and 20th weeks of gestation.
How and in what dose can it be used?
It is given as an injection, only at the hospital or clinic by the medical healthcare professional. The dose is decided by the doctor, depending on the severity of bleeding after delivery.
What may be the possible side effects associated with it?
The most common side effects include vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, flushing, and headache. You may also feel increased uterine contractions, for some time. However, these conditions are manageable in hospital settings.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Neon Laboratories Ltd
- Salt composition
- Carboprost (250mcg)
- Pack
- vial of 1 ml Injection
- Dosage form
- Injection
- Storage
- Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
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