Dinoprost

Therapeutic Group

Uterotonics

Indication Dosage

Dinoprost is indicated for the prevention and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage (excessive bleeding after childbirth).

Therapeutic Termination Of Pregnancy: 

By Intra-amniotical:

  • Adult (Female): 40 Mg By Slowly Injecting 8 Ml Of A Solution Containing 5 Mg/ml Into The Amniotic Sac. A Further Dose Of 10 To 40 Mg After 24 Hr May Be Given If The Membranes Are Still Intact.should Not Be Given Continuously For More Than 2 Days, For The Termination Of Pregnancy During The Sec Trimester, See Literature.

Content

  • Inj Per ml: Dinoprost (prostaglandin F2 Alpha) 5mg; 1 ml Inj.

Pregnancy

Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised

Stability

  • Prostaglandin

Contra Indications

  • Pelvic Infection; Cervicitis, Vaginal Infections (extra-amniotic Route); History Of Caesarean Section Or Major Uterine Surgery.
  • Precautions: Incomplete Termination, History Of Asthma, Glaucoma, Raised Intraocular Pressure, High Tone Myometrial Contractions.

Precautions

  • Pelvic Infection; Cervicitis, Vaginal Infections (extra-amniotic Route); History Of Caesarean Section Or Major Uterine Surgery.
  • Precautions: Incomplete Termination, History Of Asthma, Glaucoma, Raised Intraocular Pressure, High Tone Myometrial Contractions.

Lactation

  • Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised

Side Effects

  • Pain And Discomfort In Pelvic Area
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Blood Loss
  • Uterine Infections
  • Fever.

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