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Cprostin Injection
Salt Composition: CARBOPROST TROMETHAMINE
- Manufacturer: SAMARTH LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD
- Pack Size: 1 VIAL(s)
- Dosage Form: INJECTION
- Strength: 250MCG
- Prescription Required
- Cold Chain
- Prepaid Only. Non-Returnable.
- Storage: Store refrigerated at 2° to 8° C Keep children away from the sight and reach of this medication.
₹183.00₹228.52
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Product Introduction
Cprostin Injection contains carboprost tromethamine, a prostaglandin used to treat postpartum haemorrhage caused by uterine atony in women. Dosage is determined by your doctor based on your health history and clinical monitoring. This medicine is administered by healthcare professionals only.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to carboprost tromethamine or any ingredients in this injection. Do not use this medicine if you have acute pelvic inflammatory disease. Carboprost tromethamine is contraindicated in pregnancy and during breastfeeding; inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Safety and efficacy in children and elderly patients have not been established. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with cardiac, hepatic, pulmonary, or renal disease, diabetes, jaundice, anaemia, hypertension or hypotension, and epilepsy. Discuss your complete medical history with your doctor before receiving this medication.
Uses
Postpartum hemorrhage (stop the excessive bleeding in women who have just given birth)
How it works
Cprostin injection makes the uterus contract (womb). It's used to start labor or help the placenta come out. Prostaglandins are natural body chemicals that make muscles in the uterus squeeze. This medicine plays the role of prostaglandin.
How to Use
This medicine is given only in a hospital setup by a healthcare provider. Cprostin injection will be given to you by your doctor. It is given intramuscularly (into a vein), either as single injections or as a continuous infusion (a drip). Your physician will decide the dosage and frequency of this injection based on the severity of your disease and other factors.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Diarrhea Nausea Vomiting Increases body temperature Headache Flushing Hot flus Chills Cough Uterine bleeding, Retained placenta or membranes Endometritis
Expert Tips
It is recommended to talk with your doctor if you are under Cprostin injection medication and inform about your prescribed and non-prescribed medicine. As this drug may increase the cardio-pulmonary problem, your doctor will monitor your health and give you extra oxygen if needed. Patients with a history of allergic reactions should inform their doctor.
References
- Pfizer Limited, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on May 2022] [Accessed on 7 Oct 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3828/pil
- Pfizer, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on Dec 2013], [Accessed on 28th Sep 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/050141s237lbl.pdf
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Platelet activating factor, 7th edition, 2013, 189.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe Cprostin injection may cause harm to the unborn baby. Notify your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby think you may be pregnant.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Cprostin injection is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.
Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Cprostin injection is excreted in breast milk. So, It is recommended to consult your doctor before starting the treatment. Speak with your doctor for more information.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.