No, this medicine should only be used by a qualified health professional.
dinoprost
This medication is used in therapeutically terminating pregnancy and sometimes to induce labor.
Contradications
This medication is contraindicated in patients with pelvic (female reproductive system) infection , cervicitis (inflammation of the cervix), vaginal infections, history of C section ( birth of baby through a cut in abdomen ) or major uterine surgery. Consult your doctor or further details.
Side effects
Patients using this medication may at times experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and blood loss. If you experience any of these symptoms for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.
Expert Advice
Indications
It is used in the termination of pregnancy and sometimes to induce labour.
Contraindications
This medication is contraindicated in patients with pelvic (female reproductive system) infection , cervicitis (inflammation of the cervix), vaginal infections, history of C section ( birth of baby through a cut in abdomen ) or major uterine surgery. Consult your doctor or further details.
Side effects
Nausea , vomiting , diarrhea , blood loss , uterine infections , fever.
Precautions
Patients who have undergone an incomplete termination have a history of asthma , glaucoma (pressure in the eye ) or a high tone of myometrial contractions (strong contractions of the uterus).
Pregnant
Since it is used for the termination of pregnancy, this medication is not to be used in voluntarily pregnant women . Consult your healthcare provider for further details.
Lactation
This medication should not be used in lactating women as it can cause a potential suppression of lactation. Consult your healthcare provider for further details.
FAQs
Can I use this medicine myself?
When is this drug usually used?
This drug is usually taken for abortion in the second trimester.
Medicines containing dinoprost
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