Carboprost Medication Information
Get detailed information on Carboprost, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Carboprost provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Carboprost Pronunciation : KAR boe prost Therapeutic Classification : Endocrine and Metabolic AgentsTrade Names/Brand Names of Carboprost
India :
Prostospan (1ml) |
Deviprost (250mcg) |
Prostodin |
Prostodin (1 ml) |
Coboprost 125 |
Prostospan (0.5ml) |
Caboprost |
Deviprost
International :
Hemabate
Why is Carboprost Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a synthetic prostaglandin analogue, prescribed for termination of pregnancy and also used for postpartum hemorrhage. It induces uterine muscle contractions and can trigger abortion in early pregnancy.When should Carboprost not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with pelvic inflammatory disease, heart, lung, liver or kidney disease, hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Carboprost?
Adult: IM Pregnancy termination in the 2nd trimester 250 mcg, repeat at 1.5-3.5-hrly depending on response. Max: 12 mg. Postpartum hemorrhage 250 mcg at 15-90 min intervals.How should Carboprost be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider.What are the warnings and precautions for Carboprost?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart /lung disorders, increased eye pressure, asthma, epilepsy, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, high/low blood pressure, diabetes, during pregnancy and lactation.• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Carboprost?
Most Common- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and excessive uterine bleeding.Less Common- Abdominal pain, flushing, shivering, headache, dizziness, hypotension, fever/chills, difficulty in breathing and lung swelling.
