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Endoprost 250 Injection
Prescription Required
Introduction
Endoprost 250 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.
Endoprost 250 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.
Endoprost 250 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 Endoprost Injection
- Post-delivery bleeding
Benefits of Endoprost Injection
In Post-delivery bleeding
Endoprost 250 Injection helps to control excessive bleeding after giving birth. This helps to prevent severe loss of blood that can lead to dropping of blood pressure, shock and even death if not controlled in time. It helps proper contraction of the uterus and therefore prevents hemorrhage and further complications.
Side effects of Endoprost Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Endoprost
- Vomiting
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Headache
- Nausea
- Chills
- Diarrhea
- Placental retention
- Cough
How to use Endoprost Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Endoprost Injection works
Endoprost 250 Injection stimulates contraction of the uterine muscles, helping to control post-delivery bleeding.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Endoprost 250 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Endoprost 250 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.
Breastfeeding
CAUTION
Endoprost 250 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Endoprost 250 Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Endoprost 250 Injection may make you lose consciousness, feel dizzy or drowsy and this may affect your ability to drive
As Endoprost 250 Injection may make you lose consciousness, feel dizzy or drowsy and this may affect your ability to drive
Kidney
CAUTION
Endoprost 250 Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Endoprost 250 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Endoprost 250 Injection is not recommended in patients with active kidney disease.
Use of Endoprost 250 Injection is not recommended in patients with active kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Endoprost 250 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Endoprost 250 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Endoprost 250 Injection is not recommended in patients with active liver disease.
Use of Endoprost 250 Injection is not recommended in patients with active liver disease.
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Quick Tips
- Endoprost 250 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Prostaglandin Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Methyl-PGF2α analogue
Patient Concerns
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User Feedback
What are you using Endoprost Injection for?
Post-delivery*
100%
*Post-delivery bleeding
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
100%
What were the side-effects while using Endoprost 250 Injection?
Nausea
50%
Vomiting
50%
FAQs
Q. What is Endoprost 250 Injection and what is it used for?
Endoprost 250 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
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1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover all possible side effects, drug interactions or warnings or alerts. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.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.
Manufacturer/Marketer Address
17th Floor, Hoechst House, Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021, Maharashtra, India.
Country of Origin: India
BANNED FOR SALE
As per the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare