Propess 10 mg
Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Uses of Propess 10 mg:
Cervical ripening, Induction of labour
Composition of Propess 10 mg:
Dinoprostone 10mg
MRP:
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3487
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Description
Cervical ripening, Induction of labour
Uses
Dinoprostone is generally used in treatment of cervical ripening and induction of labour
Side effects
- Back pain
- Diarrhoea
- Fetal distress
- Increased uterine contractions
- Vomiting
How to use
Dinoprostone is meant for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How it works
Dinoprostone is similar to a natural substance (E2 prostaglandin) which is released in your body when labour starts. It works by opening the part of the birth canal (cervix) and causing the uterus to contract, to allow the baby through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Dinoprostone made from/does Dinoprostone work?
Dinoprostone is a naturally occurring substance called prostaglandin. It softens and opens the part of the birth canal known as the cervix thereby inducting the labor (a process in which the womb (uterus) starts contracting).
Dinoprostone is a naturally occurring substance called prostaglandin. It softens and opens the part of the birth canal known as the cervix thereby inducting the labor (a process in which the womb (uterus) starts contracting).
Expert Advice
- Dinoprostone will be inserted into an area high up in vagina. You may be asked to remain in lying down position for 20-30 minutes to keep the medication in place.You may be monitored closely after administration of Dinoprostone to check if the birth canal is opening, the contractions are not too strong, and to ensure the baby does not get distressed.Special precautions need to be taken in women over 35 years, pregnancy of more than 40 weeks and women with pregnancy related complications.Dinoprostone could cause an asthma attack. Inform your doctor if you are asthmatic and if you develop difficulty in breathing after the medication.Inform your doctor if you have an eye problem (glaucoma), fits (epilepsy), diabetes, high blood pressure (hypertension) in the current or any previous pregnancies, Caesarean or any uterine surgery or if you have had abnormally strong contractions during previous labor or scarring of your womb from previous labor or are taking medicines for pain and/or inflammation (e.g. aspirin).Dinoprostone will increase the effect of oxytocin which is used to increase the contractions of the womb. They should not be taken at the same time or close together.
Product Details
SKU: PC-916880
Product Description: Propess 10 mg is manufactured by Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Packing: packet
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Propess 10 mg is manufactured by Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Packing: packet
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
