PRODUCT DETAILS

About Cure Depot 500mg Injection

HYDROXYPROGESTERONE belongs to the category of a synthetic progesterone female hormone called progestin used to prevent premature labor. Premature labor can start before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy can be caused due to premature rupture of membranes, high blood pressure during pregnancy (pre-eclampsia) and poor diet. Preterm labor symptoms include leaking fluid or bleeding from the vagina, feeling of pressure in the pelvis and cramps that feel like menstrual cramps regularly.

Uses of Cure Depot 500mg Injection

Premature labor

Medicinal Benefits of Cure Depot 500mg Injection

HYDROXYPROGESTERONE contains “Hydroxyprogesterone” is a progestin (female hormones) which is used in pregnant women who have delivered a baby too early (preterm) in the past. It works by modulating the immune response of the pregnant women to prevent rejection of the embryo and allow its attachment to the uterus. HYDROXYPROGESTERONE prevents miscarriage and helps lower the risk of premature birth in pregnant women who have had a past premature delivery.

Directions for Use

HYDROXYPROGESTERONE will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer HYDROXYPROGESTERONE.

Side Effects of Cure Depot 500mg Injection

Like all medicines, HYDROXYPROGESTERONE can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, itching, hives (skin rashes), swelling in the face, lips, tongue, or throat, diarrhea. Most of the side effects of HYDROXYPROGESTERONE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent and worsen, reach out to your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

You should not take HYDROXYPROGESTERONE without a doctor's advice. Before starting HYDROXYPROGESTERONE, please inform your doctor if you have an allergy to any medicines. Do not take HYDROXYPROGESTERONE if you have unusual vaginal bleeding that is not related to your pregnancy, liver disease, severe hypertension (high blood pressure), history of cancer of the breast, uterus or vagina. Tell your doctor before using HYDROXYPROGESTERONE if you have had preeclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy), thromboembolic disorders (blood clot form in the blood), diabetes, depression, epilepsy. Do not take HYDROXYPROGESTERONE on your own. HYDROXYPROGESTERONE can cause dizziness and drowsiness. Use caution while driving a motor vehicle as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. Let your doctor know if you are a breastfeeding mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. HYDROXYPROGESTERONE is not recommended for children younger than 16 years old. HYDROXYPROGESTERONE is not intended for use in the first trimester of pregnancy. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 This HYDROXYPROGESTERONE interacts with pain killers (acetaminophen)  anti-epilepsy medicines (primidone, phenytoin, carbamazepine), antidiabetics  (metformin, glimepiride, glipizide, canagliflozin), medicines used to treat HIV (efavirenz) medicine used to treat fungal infections (griseofulvin, ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

HYDROXYPROGESTERONE should be taken with caution in breast cancer, thromboembolism (blood clot form in blood vessels), depression, diabetes, fluid retention (excess fluid builds up within the body), kidney or liver disease.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

There is not enough scientific data available for HYDROXYPROGESTERONE interaction with alcohol, hence it is best to consult a doctor

PREGNANCY

Safe if prescribed.

BREAST FEEDING

Please consult your doctor before using HYDROXYPROGESTERONE during breastfeeding.

DRIVING

It is advised to drive with caution after taking HYDROXYPROGESTERONE as it may interfere with driving capabilities. It can make you feel drowsy

LIVER

 

HYDROXYPROGESTERONE should be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

HYDROXYPROGESTERONE should be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor