


Deviprost 250mcg Injection
Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS,
Last updated on 09 Mar 2026 | 10:46 AM (IST)

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Product introduction
Deviprost 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 of Deviprost Injection
- Post-delivery bleeding
Benefits of Deviprost Injection
After childbirth, some women may experience heavy bleeding due to the uterus not contracting properly. Deviprost 250mcg Injection is used to control this bleeding by helping the uterus contract more effectively. This reduces blood loss and supports a safer recovery after delivery.
Side effects of Deviprost Injection
- Placental retention
- Cough
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Hot flashes
- Diarrhea
- Chills
How to use Deviprost Injection
How Deviprost Injection works
Quick tips
- Deviprost 250mcg Injection increases the contraction of your womb which helps to control excessive bleeding after delivery.
- It is injected deep in to a muscle by your doctor or nurse.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- It may cause an increase in body temperature. This will return to normal few hours after the last injection.
- Inform your doctor if you have problems with your heart, lung, kidney or liver.
- Deviprost 250mcg Injection increases the contraction of your womb which helps to control excessive bleeding after delivery.
- It is given by an injection deep into a muscle by your doctor or nurse.
- It may cause an increase in body temperature. This will return to normal few hours after the last injection.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you have problems with your heart, lung, kidney or liver.
Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving
As Deviprost 250mcg Injection may make you lose consciousness, feel dizzy or drowsy and this may affect your ability to drive

Kidney
Use of Deviprost 250mcg Injection is not recommended in patients with active kidney disease.

Liver
Use of Deviprost 250mcg Injection is not recommended in patients with active liver disease.
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References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 208-209.
- Carboprost tromethamine. New York, New York: Pharmacia & Upjohn Co.; 2013. [Accessed 06 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Carboprost. Sandwich, Kent: Pfizer Limited; 1996 [revised Oct. 2013]. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:




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