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Prostaglandin Flashcards

1
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Therapeutic Class

A

labor inducer (uterine contractions)

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2
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Examples

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carboprost (Hemabate)

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Mechanism of Action

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causes intense smooth muscle contractions (also has same impact on gastrointestinal system)

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Actions and Uses

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indicated for postpartum hemorrhage due to uterine atony not responding to conventional methods of management (oxytocin-Pitocin)

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Adverse Effects

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hot flashes, wheezing, dyspnea, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, hepatic disease

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Interactions

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dinoprostone, oxytocin

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Preg Cat

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C, however only indicated after delivery

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