ORCINON 10IU|ml Injection 1mlx50s

ORCINON 10IU|ml Injection 1mlx50s works by increasing the concentration of calcium inside muscle cells that control contraction of the uterus. Increased calcium increases contraction of the uterus.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for ORCINON 10IU|ml Injection 1mlx50s

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Headache
• Irregular heartbeat
• Low blood pressure
• Convulsions
• Shortness of breath rare
• Abdominal cramps

Uses of ORCINON 10IU|ml Injection 1mlx50s

What is it prescribed for?

• Induction of labor

  This medicine is used for relaxing and softening the cervix and induce uterine contractions for the induction of labor.

• Augmentation of labor

  This medicine is used for the augmentation of labor by inducing uterine contractions when poor uterine contractions are assessed or medically necessary.

• Postpartum bleeding

  This medicine is used for the control of postpartum hemorrhage (bleeding).

• Termination of pregnancy

  This medicine is used for the termination of pregnancy by inducing uterine contractions and expelling the fetus out.

When not to use?

• For hospital use only

  This medicine should be administered only by trained obstetrical personnel in a hospital setting with appropriate obstetrical care facilities.

• Uncontrolled hypertension

  This medicine should be used with caution in women suffering from uncontrolled hypertension due to the risk of worsening of the condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

• Cerebrovascular dysfunction

  This medicine should be used with caution in women with cerebrovascular dysfunction due to the risk of worsening of the condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

• Volume overload

  This medicine may cause volume overload and water intoxication upon administration. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

• Uterine rupture

  This medicine has been associated with cases of uterine rupture when used for labor induction in some cases. Caution is advised while using this medicine if the patient is in the late thirties and beyond or the delivery is cesarean.

This medicine should be administered only by trained obstetrical personnel in a hospital setting with appropriate obstetrical care facilities. Detect whether the patient is allergic to this medicine before initiating the treatment.

• Usage does not depend on food timings
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• Does not cause sleepiness

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