Dinoprostone (Prostaglandin E2)
Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)
What it is used for
Induction of labour; elective abor- tion [between 12-18 wks of gestation]; treatment of incomplete abortion; therapeutic abortion [e.g. in cases of intra-uterine fetal death and congenital abnormalities incompatible with life]; cervical ripening; treatment of postpartum haemorrhage; treatment of benign hydatidiform mole
Warnings
Pregnancy termination can fail; history of anaemia; hypertension or hypotension; cardiovascular disease; diabetes mellitus; renal disease; pre-eclampsia; uterine fibroids; cervical stenosis; uterine surgery; epilepsy; glaucoma; multiparity.
Possible side effects
Anaphylaxis; bronchoconstriction; burning eyes; endometritis; second-degree heart block; urinary retention; bradycardia; adynamic ileus; peripheral vasoconstriction; tachycardia; and increased uterine bleeding or pain; severe and continuing abdominal or stomach pain; double vision; dysuria; hematuria; paresthesias; leg, back, chest, or shoulder pain.
Storage
Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.
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