PRIMIGYN 0.5MG GEL

Overview

PRIMIGYN 0.5MG GEL is a Schedule H drug.

PRIMIGYN 0.5MG GEL is composed of: DINOPROSTONE (0.5 MG)

Dinoprostone is a prostaglandin, a hormone-like substance that is naturally produced by tissues in the body. Dinoprostone topical is used in a pregnant woman to relax the muscles of the cervix (opening of the uterus) in preparation for inducing labor at the end of a pregnancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for PRIMIGYN 0.5MG GEL and its Constituents


It may raise eye pressure hence should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma. Caution needed for patients with history of previous cesarean section, asthma; anemia; uterine surgery; diabetes; high or low blood pressure; placenta previa(condition where the placenta partly or completely covers the outlet of the uterus); a seizure disorder; previous multiple pregnancies; glaucoma or increased pressure in the eye; cephalopelvic disproportion (babies head or body is too large to fit through the mother’s pelvis); previous difficult or traumatic deliveries; or unexplained vaginal bleeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DINOPROSTONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

DINOPROSTONE : Hives, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Face Swelling, Tightness, Difficulty Breathing, Wheezing

Disease Interactions

DINOPROSTONE can interfere with: Asthma, Hypotension, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

DINOPROSTONE is categorized as: UTEROTONIC AGENTS / GENITOURINARY TRACT AGENTS

Available Alternatives for PRIMIGYN 0.5MG GEL

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CERVIPRIME 0.5MG GELINR 260.5 for 3 GM GELDINOPROSTONE 0.5 MG
CERVIPRIME GELINR 237.4 for 3 GM GELDINOPROSTONE 0.5 MG
DINOST 0.5MG GELINR 243 for 3 GM GELDINOPROSTONE 0.5 MG
PRIMIGYN 0.5MG GELINR 236.91 for 3 GM GELDINOPROSTONE 0.5 MG
PRIMIGYN 0.5MG INJINR 247 for 1 INJECTIONDINOPROSTONE 0.5 MG
PRIMIPROST 0.5MG TABINR 226.45 for 4 TABLETSDINOPROSTONE 0.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DINOPROSTONEDINOPROSTONE
DINORIPE 0.025% GELINR 182.56 for 2 GM GELDINOPROSTONE 0.025 %