Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection

Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection is a synthetic prescription medication given to pregnant women. It prevents the chances of an early delivery. This injection is given to women after the first trimester. This is a hormone medication that belongs to a category of drugs known as progestin.

This medicine is also used for the treatment of amenorrhea, abnormal uterine bleeding, endometriosis and uterine carcinoma. It needs to be administered into the muscles by trained hands only.

Do not use this injection If you have or are:

• Allergic to any medicine, foods, substances or any of the ingredients contained within this injection.
• Taking any prescriptive or non-prescriptive drugs, herbal, vitamins or dietary supplements.
• Diabetes or high blood sugar.
• Heart, liver or kidney problems.
• Vaginal bleeding.
• Breastfeeding a baby.
• History of -
  • asthma or depression.
  • Epilepsy or any other kind of seizures.
  • Hormone-sensitive cancers.

The common side effects associated with Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection are swelling, itching, nausea, tiredness, dizziness, fever, skin eruptions and pain at the site of injection. If any severe reactions arise seek the help of your health care provider as soon as possible.

Probable allergic reacions are redness, difficulty in breathing, severe swelling of the face, lips, mouth, throat, hands, ankles or feet, signs of depression and coughing up blood.

Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection must be used with caution in patients with asthma, seizure disorders, migraine, cardiac or renal impairment, history of mental depression. Use of any progestin during the first 4 months of pregnancy is not recommended. And patients must be observed closely for signs and symptoms of thrombotic disorders.

• Premature Labor

• Menstrual Abnormalities

• Amenorrhea

• Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

• Endometriosis

• Allergy

• Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding

• Liver Disease

• Breast / Uterine Cancer

• Thrombophlebitis

• Cerebral Hemorrhage

• Edema (Swelling)

• Bleeding

• Menstrual Changes

• Amenorrhea

• Anorexia

• Weakness

• Insomnia

• Fever

• Pruritus

• Weight Gain

• Weight Loss

• Breast Tenderness

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The time duration for which this injection remains effective in the body is 1-2 weeks.

• What is the onset of action?

  The time taken to show its effect is subject to vary from one person to another. It also varies based on the intended use and levels of other sex hormones in the body.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  It should not be given during pregnancy unless necessary. Consulting a doctor is mandatory to discuss the benefits and risks before taking the medicine.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Women who are breastfeeding must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  The effect after the concomitant consumption of alcohol and this medicine is unknown. Kindly consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine is usually found to be safe.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Limited information is available regarding its use in patient with kidney disease. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with hepatic impairment. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Pro 9 Injection

  Abbott India Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Contact your doctor for further instructions if you miss a scheduled dose of this injection.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact a doctor if an overdose with this injection is suspected.

This injection works by stimulating the actions of the luteal phase and causes changes in the uterus and vagina. It also affects the uterus and prevents contractions caused due to oxytocin.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Thyroid function test

  Report the use of Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection to the doctor before undergoing a thyroid function test. This medicine can interfere with the test and give a false positive result.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Carbamazepine: Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring to ensure the safe use of these medicines together. Alternate means of birth control should be discussed with your doctor while using carbamazepine. Do not stop the use of any medication without consulting your doctor.
  • Ketoconazole: Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. You may need a dose adjustment and frequent monitoring to safely use these medicines together. Report any instances of nausea, vomiting, or vaginal bleeding to the doctor on priority while using these medicines.
  • Warfarin: Use of this medicine can reduce the blood level and effect of warfarin. You may a need a dose adjustment and more frequent clinical monitoring to safely use these medicines together
  • Cyclosporine: Use of this medicine may reduce or diminish the effect of cyclosporine. You may need a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring to safely use these medicines. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.
  • Insulin: Report the use of insulin or any other anti-diabetic medicine to the doctor before receiving hydroxyprogesterone. You may need an adjusted dose of the antidiabetic medicine and more frequent monitoring of blood glucose level in such cases.
  • Paracetamol: Use of this medicine may reduce or diminish the effect of paracetamol. You may need a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring to safely use these medicines. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

• Interaction with Disease

  • Breast Cancer: Use of this medicine is not recommended for patients having an active case of breast cancer or are suspected of having it. Report all such instance including occurrence in the past to the doctor so that an informed decision can be taken in regards to the future treatment plan.
  • Liver Disease: Use of this medicine is not recommended if the patient has a liver disease or the normal liver function is impaired.
  • Thromboembolism: Use of this medicine is not recommended in patients having a clotting disorder in which the formed clot moves from one place and lodges in another place.
  • Depression: This medicine should be used with caution in patients having episodes of depression or having a history of depression especially when estrogen is also administered in combination. The drug should be discontinued if the depression recurs and is serious.
  • Retinal Thrombosis: Use of this medicine can sometimes cause a loss of vision by blocking the flow of blood from the retina to the heart. Hence caution should be exercised while using it and any abnormality in vision should be reported to the doctor.

• Ques : What is Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection?

  Ans : Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection has Hydroxyprogesterone as an active element present in it. It performs its action by decreasing the risk of preterm birth. Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection is used to treat conditions such as Premature labor and Menstrual abnormalities.

• Ques : What are the uses of Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection?

  Ans : Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Premature labor and Menstrual abnormalities.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection?

  Ans : Side effects include Pain, swelling, and itching at the injection site, Lumps at the injections site, Anxiety, Chest pain and discomfort, Dizziness and fainting, Fast heartbeat, Redness of the skin especially on the face and neck, Increased appetite, and Nausea.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection?

  Ans : Store Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This injection takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection?

  Ans : This medication should not be used if you have the conditions such as Allergic reactions, Blood clotting problem, Breast cancer, Hormone-sensitive cancer, Menopause, etc.

• Ques : Is Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

• Ques : Will Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Itchy bumps on the skin, Blood clots, Ache, Nausea, Itching of skin, Skin rash, Itching, Diarrhea, Redness, Swelling, etc.

• Ques : Can I get addicted to Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection?

  Ans : No such case of addiction or habit forming has been seen till now.

• Ques : Is there any risk involved in consuming Proluton Depot 500Mg/2Ml Injection while I have to drive?

  Ans : This medicine is safe and no risk has been detected till now.