Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate 500mg Injection

Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate 500mg Injection – KASTGEST DEPOT 500 is made up of the drug named Hydroxyprogesterone that is used to treat premature labor. Hydroxyprogesterone is a man-made female hormone called progestin that is used to help stop early childbirth. Premature labor can begin before 37 weeks of pregnancy. It can happen because of things like the water breaking early, having high blood pressure during pregnancy (called pre-eclampsia), or not eating well. Signs of early labor can include fluid or blood coming from the vagina, feeling pressure in the lower belly, and regular cramps that feel like period cramps.

Uses of Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate Injection

Hydroxyprogesterone Injection contains “Hydroxyprogesterone,” which is a type of female hormone. It is used for pregnant women who have previously had a baby born too early (prematurely). It helps pregnant women’s immune systems so their bodies don’t reject the embryo and it can attach to the uterus. Hydroxyprogesterone helps stop miscarriages and reduces the chance of early birth in pregnant women who have had a premature baby before.

Precautions to use for Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate Injection

Before taking Hydroxyprogesterone Injection, let your doctor know if you are allergic to any medications, have unusual vaginal bleeding during your pregnancy, have liver problems, have very high blood pressure, or have a history of breast, uterine, or vaginal cancer. Before using Hydroxyprogesterone injection, let your doctor know if you have had pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy), blood clot issues, diabetes, depression, or epilepsy. Hydroxyprogesterone injection can make you feel dizzy, so be careful when driving or using machines. Stay away from alcohol to avoid bad reactions. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are using and any health problems you have to avoid any bad side effects.

Directions to use for Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate Injection

Hydroxyprogesterone Injection is given only by a doctor or with their supervision. You should consider it as your doctor’s advice. Your doctor will decide how much medicine you should take and for how long. You should keep using this injection for the time your doctor told you to. Breastfeeding mothers should talk their doctors before taking the injections.

Possible Side Effects of Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate Injection

Here are the common side effects of the Hydroxyprogesterone Injection are given below:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Itching
• Hives (skin rashes)
• Swelling in the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Diarrhea