Prepidil (also known as Cerviprime Gel)
	Prepidil (also known as Cerviprime Gel)
	Prepidil (also known as Cerviprime Gel)
	Prepidil (also known as Cerviprime Gel)
	Prepidil (also known as Cerviprime Gel)

Prepidil Drug Information

Prepidil is a hormone like substance that belongs to a category of drugs known as prostaglandins. These hormones like substances are produced quite naturally in the tissues by the human body. This generic drug is used for the management and treatment of pregnancy in women. It is used for relaxing the cervix muscles while preparing for labor during the final stages of the pregnancy.

Side Effects and Precautions for Prepidil

Prepidil or Dinoprostone can cause some serious side effects like tightness in the chest, pain in the chest, rash or itching, difficulty in breathing and swallowing and labor pains. If you display any of these symptoms, get immediate medical attention. The less serious side effects include nausea, stomach pain, back pain, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, chills and fever and a feeling of warmth in the vagina.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to prostaglandins or any other drugs. Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease, heart disease, liver disease, bleeding disorders, asthma, lung disease and glaucoma before using Dinoprostone. Before you start on Prepidil discuss with your doctor the entire history regarding your pregnancy, particularly if you have had any major surgery of the uterus, or experienced any delivery related problems earlier.

Prepidil Dosage Information

A patient needs to be in a dorsal position in order to administer this drug in a proper manner. Prepidil gel 0.5 mg / 3 gm is introduced slowly into the cervical canal through a catheter by using a sterile technique. This gel is extruded using a syringe, thus making it easy to administer the gel slowly through the syringe by gentle expulsion. Once you have administered this gel, ensure that the patient stays in supine position for 15 to 30 minutes to decrease any leakage from the cervical canal. You can buy Prepidil at cheap rates from North Meds.

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