Postogest 250mg/ml Injection
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Rs.184for 1 vial(s) (1 Injection each)
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food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Postogest 250mg/ml Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Postogest 250mg/ml Injection 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Postogest 250mg/ml Injection 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Postogest 250mg/ml Injection
Hydroxyprogesterone(250mg/ml)
Postogest injection uses
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How postogest injection works
Postogest 250mg/ml Injection is a progestin (female hormone).
Common side effects of postogest injection
Nausea, Itching, Diarrhea, Vaginal bleeding, Injection site pain, Injection site swelling, Red spots or bumps, Injection site nodule, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Glucose intolerance, Jaundice, High blood pressure, Rash
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Expert advice FOR Postogest Injection
- Hydroxyprogesterone is used in pregnant women to help lower the risk of giving birth too early (preterm birth).
- It is only given to a woman who has had a preterm delivery in the past.
- It is not for use in women who are pregnant with more than one baby (twins, triplets, etc.).
- It is administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor. Your doctor can start giving you the injection every week between 16 and 20 weeks and continue through week 37, or until you deliver.
- It may affect blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar regularly.
- Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain. These could be symptoms of a serious liver problem.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you have pain in the chest, groin or legs, difficulty with breathing, sudden severe headache, slurred speech, sudden unexplained shortness of breath, a sudden loss of coordination, or vision changes while using this medicine.
Frequently asked questions FOR Postogest 250mg/ml Injection
Hydroxyprogesterone
Q. What is Postogest 250mg/ml Injection? What is it used for?
Postogest 250mg/ml Injection is a type of female sex hormone called progesterone. It helps to lower the risk of preterm delivery (early birth) in a pregnant woman, who had delivered a preterm baby in the past.
Q. How and in what dose should I use Postogest 250mg/ml Injection?
Postogest 250mg/ml Injection is given as an injection, by a doctor or trained nurse. The dose will be decided by your doctor, depending on your exact medical condition.
Q. What if I miss a dose of Postogest 250mg/ml Injection?
Ideally, you should try not to miss any dose. However, if you miss a dose consult with your doctor as soon as you remember.