Manufacturer: Vhb Life Sciences Inc
Salt Composition : Carboprost(250mcg)
Cystos 250mcg Injection is given as an injection deep into the muscles under the medical supervision of a doctor. It is only given at the hospital setting, so do not self- administer the medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, flushing, headache, and chills. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. If you notice dizziness, avoid driving or attention-seeking activity.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, or you have high or low blood pressure, or have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Always remember, it is only giver after delivery not during pregnancy.
Carboprost is a synthetic prostaglandin. It binds the prostaglandin E2 receptor, causing myometrial contractions, casuing the induction of labour or the expulsion of the placenta. Prostaglandins occur naturally in the body and act at several sites in the body including the womb (uterus)
Carboprost is a synthetic prostaglandin. It binds the prostaglandin E2 receptor, causing myometrial contractions, casuing the induction of labour or the expulsion of the placenta. Prostaglandins occur naturally in the body and act at several sites in the body including the womb (uterus).
Vomiting
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Headache
Nausea
Chills
Diarrhea
Placental retention
Cough
Carboprost tromethamine is contraindicated for use in patients with active renal disease or hepatic disease. Further, cautious use of carboprost tromethamine is recommended in patients with a history of anemia, diabetes mellitus, jaundice, or epilepsy or other seizure disorder.
Cystos 250mcg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cystos 250mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Cystos 250mcg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
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.
Carboprost tromethamine may increase the uterotonic activities of Ergotamine. Carboprost tromethamine may increase the uterotonic activities of Methylergometrine. Carboprost tromethamine may increase the uterotonic activities of Misoprostol. Carboprost tromethamine may increase the uterotonic activities of Oxytocin
Kindly do not self administer.
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Cystos 250mcg Injection increases the contraction of your womb which helps to control excessive bleeding after delivery.
It is injected deep in to a muscle by your doctor or nurse.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
It may cause an increase in body temperature. This will return to normal few hours after the last injection.
Inform your doctor if you have problems with your heart, lung, kidney or liver.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What is Cystos 250mcg Injection and what is it used for?
Cystos 250mcg Injection is an injectable preparation which contains Carboprost. It is used to control excessive bleeding from the uterus that may occur after childbirth. It is used only when other methods or medicines fail to work. It may also be used in the medical abortion of pregnancy between 13th and 20th weeks of gestation.
Q. How and in what dose can it be used?
It is given as an injection, only at a hospital or clinic by the medical healthcare professional. The dose is decided by the doctor, depending on the severity of bleeding after delivery.
Q. What may be the possible side effects associated with it?
The most common side effects include vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, flushing, and headache. You may also feel increased uterine contractions, for some time. However, these conditions are manageable in hospital settings.
