Pack size: 1 1ml prefilled syring  |  Price is for the whole 1ml prefilled syring

⚠ Prescription required. This medicine may only be dispensed against a valid prescription.

Generic: Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate

Form: injection 250mg/ml

Indication

Preterm Labor, Recurrent miscarriage, Amenorrhoea, Abnormal uterine bleeding, Palliative treatment of advanced, inoperable endometrial carcinoma

Administration

IM Administration Inject IM over 1 minute in upper outer quadrant of the gluteus maximus Inject IM over 1 minute in upper outer quadrant of the gluteus maximus The solution if viscous and oilyThe solution if viscous and oily 1-mL vial does not contain preservatives and is for single dose use Once opened, the 5-mL multidose vial must be used within 5 weeks

Adult Dose

$4e

Child Dose

Safety and efficacy not established

Renal Dose

Not studied in patients with renal impairment

Contraindication

Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, breast cancer, pregnancy, lactation. Thrombophlebitis, thromboembolic disorders, cerebral apoplexy or a history of these conditions. Markedly impaired liver function.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Premature Labor']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Nausea', 'Itching', 'Diarrhea', 'Hives', 'Nodules']}

How to use __NAME__

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a progestin (female hormone). It works by modulating the immune response of the mother to prevent rejection of the embryo and allow its attachment to the uterus. This prevents miscarriage and helps lower the risk of premature birth in women who have had one premature delivery in the past.

Safety Advice

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with __NAME__. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Nonhormonal contraceptives are preferred in breastfeeding women, especially during the first 4 weeks postpartum

Safety Advice

__NAME__ does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Safety Advice

There is limited information available on the use of __NAME__ in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. This medicine contains progesterone which can cause fluid retention in patients with underlying kidney disease.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.