Carboprost (Systemic)
Brand Names : Hemabate, Prostin/15M
Category- Abortifacient
- Antihemorrhagic,
postabortion uterine bleeding
- Antihemorrhagic,
postpartum uterine bleeding
- Oxytocic
DescriptionCarboprost
(KAR-boe-prost) is
given by injection to cause abortion. It is an oxytocic, which means it acts
by causing the uterus to contract the way it does during labor and also helps
the cervix to dilate.
Carboprost may also be used for other purposes as determined by your doctor.
Carboprost is to be administered only by or under the immediate care of
your doctor. It is available in the following dosage form:
Parenteral
-
Injection (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
In Canada -
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