Gravibinan Injection 2ml

Gravibinan Injection Uses

Gravibinan 2ml Injection is a combination medication used to prevent preterm birth in women who have had a previous preterm delivery. It contains Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate and Estradiol Valerate.

Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate is a synthetic form of progesterone, a hormone important for maintaining a healthy pregnancy, while Estradiol Valerate is a form of estrogen. The medication works by decreasing the risk of preterm delivery in women with a history of preterm delivery.

Gravibinan Injection 2ml formula

• Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate
• Estradiol Valerate

Available forms

• Injection

Risks and warnings

Generally, Gravibinan injection is well tolerated. However, you should know its risks and warnings so that you do not take it when the risk is greater than the benefit.

When your healthcare provider prescribes you any medication, they do so based on the risk versus benefit ratio. Therefore you should give a complete medication and medical history to your healthcare provider. In this way, you can avoid the adverse effects of certain medications.

The risks and warnings associated with Gravibinan injection are:

• Pregnancy:

The injection can be used in pregnancy to prevent preterm birth. Only use it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

• Breastfeeding:

The injection should not be used if you are breastfeeding

• Hypersensitivity:

Patients allergic to Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate and Estradiol Valerate should not use Gravibinan injection.

• Heart problems:

The injection may increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, and heart attack.

• Other diseases:

The medication should be used with caution in patients with a history of depression, migraines, or asthma.

How to use Gravibinan Injection 2ml?

• The medication should be administered by or under the supervision of a healthcare professional
• Do not self-administer the injection if you do not fully understand the procedure
• The dosage depends on the patient's age, medical history, and response to the treatment.
• The injection is usually administered into the patients buttock muscle once a week from the 16th to 36th week of pregnancy
• If you experience any side effects, let your doctor know about it immediately

Gravibinan Injection Side Effects

The common side effects of Gravibinan 2ml Injection include:

• Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Breast tenderness
• Mood changes
• Changes in appetite

Contraindications

The medication should not be used in patients with a history of:

• Blood clots
• Liver disease
• Breast cancer

Storage Conditions

• Store the medicine at room temperature
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Protect it from sunlight and moisture