Gemeprost
Generic medicine reference
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Overview
Gemeprost is a synthetic prostaglandin. Gemeprost is used to prepare the uterus for surgical termination of pregnancy.
Indications
Gemeprost is primarily indicated in conditions like Abortion, Second trimester abortion, Second trimester intra-uterine death, Transcervical operative procedures in first trimester, Obstetric bleeding
Contraindications
Gemeprost is contraindicated in conditions like Asthma, Bronchospasm.
Side Effects
Gemeprost produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Myocardial infarction, Severe hypertension, Coronary artery spasm, which are responsible for the discontinuation of Gemeprost therapy.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Gemeprost are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Fatigue, Diarrhea, Constipation, Abdominal pain, Rashes, Dyspepsia, GI symptoms, Eczema, Vaginal bleeding, Mild uterine pain.
Warnings
Gemeprost should be used with caution in patients with obstructive air way disease, cardiovascular disease, raised intraocular pressure. Avoid use in women with history of uterine surgery. Cervicitis or vaginitis. Pulse and Blood pressure should be monitored.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Neonates. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
0.014 mg/kg (0.014 (0.014)) As recommended. Intra Vaginal — As Required, prior to surgery
Child Dosage
( ) — Not recommended in this age group
Neonatal Dosage
( ) — Not recommended in this age group
Drug Interactions
Gemeprost is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementMifepristoneOxytocin These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Storage
Pessary Store Below -15°C.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.