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About Carbotroy 250mcg Injection

CARBOPROST belongs to the class of medication called 'oxytocic' or 'uterotonic' primarily used for the initiation or improvement of uterine contraction (antepartum) and produce uterine contraction during the third stage of labor (postpartum). Besides this, it also controls postpartum bleeding or haemorrhage after childbirth. CARBOPROST also used for the medical termination of the pregnancy between the 13th to 20th week of pregnancy (second trimester of the pregnancy) after the first day of the last menses period.

CARBOPROST contains a synthetic prostaglandin (a chemical messenger) analogue ‘Carboprost’ with oxytocic properties. CARBOPROST stimulates uterine muscles and increases the uterus contractions. It also increases the production of a natural substance called prostaglandins (PGs), increasing the contractions and hence control postpartum bleeding. In addition to this, it is also used to produce an abortion by causing uterine contractions.

Uses of Carbotroy 250mcg Injection

Postpartum hemorrhage, Medical abortion

Medicinal Benefits of Carbotroy 250mcg Injection

CARBOPROST contains ‘Carboprost’ is a synthetic prostaglandin (a chemical messenger) analogue of PGF2α with oxytocic properties. It is used to treat severe bleeding after childbirth (postpartum). In addition to this, is also used to produce an abortion by causing uterine contractions. It is usually given between the 13th and 20th weeks (2nd trimester) of pregnancy. CARBOPROST stimulates uterine muscles and increases the contractions in the uterus. Also, it increases the production of prostaglandins, which further increases the contractions and hence control post-delivery bleeding. CARBOPROST is often used when another method of abortion has not completely emptied the uterus or when a complication of pregnancy would cause the baby to be born too early to survive. CARBOPROST is more effective in preventing postpartum bleeding in high-risk patients undergoing cesarean delivery than oxytocin.

Directions for Use

CARBOPROST comes in injection form and should be given by a healthcare professional under strict medical supervision. Do not self administer.

Side Effects of Carbotroy 250mcg Injection

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling)
• Cough
• Headache
• Mild pelvic pain or menstrual-type cramps
• Endometriosis (tissue that lines the uterus grows somewhere else such as the ovaries)

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take CARBOPROST if you are allergic to CARBOPROST or any of its ingredients. Increasing the dose of CARBOPROST can be harmful if your womb already has too strong contractions, any obstructions in the pathway that might prevent the delivery or if the baby is not receiving a sufficient oxygen supply. If you have been given prostaglandins, do not use CARBOPROST with 6 hours, if taken together, can increase the contractions. CARBOPROST should not be used for a prolonged time if the contractions do not increase or if you have severe pre-eclamptic toxemia (high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and swelling) of blood or heart circulation problem. A professional should always administer CARBOPROST at a hospital, do not practice self-administration. It should also not be given in the form of a rapid injection into a vein as it might cause hypotension (low blood pressure) or suddenly increased heart rate.  Regular follow up with the doctor is required for constant monitoring of abortion. If medical termination does not happen or become unsuccessful, it should be terminated surgically as it can lead to foetal defects. Your doctor will examine by performing ultrasonography to confirm if abortion is complete. Confirmation of fetal death is imperative before administration when used for missed abortion or intrauterine fetal death. You should not receive CARBOPROST if you have an active pelvic inflammatory disease, a breathing disorder, heart disease, liver or kidney disease.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

CARBOPROST interacts with other oxytocic agents (oxytocin), medicines used to treat diarrhea (eluxadoline).