Prostin E2 TM
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Active ingredients: dinoprostone
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PROSTIN E2 VAGINAL GEL 1mg (Dinoprostone)Download the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For induction of labour in term or near-term pregnant women who have favourable induction features. INDICATIONS AS AT 27 AUGUST 2003: Induction of labour in term or near-term pregnant women who have favourable induction features; and who have singleton pregnancy with a vertex presentation.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Gel
- Vaginal
- Homogenous, colourless, semi-translucent viscous gel.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 3g (wt) or 2.5mL (vol) pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dinoprostone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
