Description
Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injection belongs to the category of a synthetic progesterone female hormone called progestin used to prevent premature labour. Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injections are available in the market at Watran Pharmacia under the brand name Hydowat-500. Premature labour can start before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy and can be caused due to high blood pressure during pregnancy, premature rupture of membranes, and poor diet. Preterm labour symptoms include a feeling of pressure in the pelvis, leaking fluid or bleeding from the vagina, and cramps that feel like menstrual cramps regularly.
Hydowat-500 injections contain Hydroxyprogesterone a progestin which is a female hormone that modulates the immune response of pregnant women to prevent rejection of the embryo and allow its attachment to the uterus. Hydowat-500 injections prevent miscarriage and help lower the risk of premature birth in pregnant women who have had past premature labour. Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injections should be administered only to those pregnant women who are pregnant with one baby or who have had a preterm (premature) delivery of one baby in the past.
Medicinal Benefits of Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg Injection
Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injection contains “Hydroxyprogesterone” a progestin that is used in pregnant women who have delivered a baby too early in the past. Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injection works by modulating the immune response of pregnant women to prevent the rejection of the embryo and allow its attachment to the uterus. Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injection prevents miscarriage and helps lower the risk of premature birth in pregnant women who have had a past premature delivery.
Side Effects of Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg Injection
There are mild to moderate side effects of Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg Injection that get resolved over time. Immediately inform your doctor in case the side effects of Hydowat-500 persist or get severe with time. The side effects of Hydowat-500 may vary in all users as they depend on the physiological conditions and response to the therapy. The range of side effects noticed on using the Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg Injection are mentioned as follows:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Heartburn
Direction To Use
- Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injections will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects from
- Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injections such as nausea, itching, vomiting, hives (skin rashes), swelling in the face, lips, tongue, or throat, and diarrhoea.
- Not everybody experiences these side effects. Most of the side effects of Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injections do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Talk to your doctor if you feel any discomfort while taking Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injections.
- Tell your doctor before using Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injections if you have had pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy), thromboembolic disorders (blood clot form in the blood), diabetes, depression, or epilepsy.
- Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injections may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving and operating machinery.
- Avoid alcohol consumption during the treatment of Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injections to prevent unpleasant side effects.
- Inform your doctor about all medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects during the treatment of Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg injection
Safety and Precautions
- Do not consume Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg Injection with alcohol as it may increase the chances of stomach bleeding.
- Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg Injection is not safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, hence, do not take it without a doctor’s consultation.
- Store the Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg Injection in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep the Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg Injection out of reach of children and pets.
- Don’t drive or do anything that requires mental focus when taking Hydroxy Progesterone 500 mg Injection.
