Dinost 0.5mg Gel

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Dinost 0.5mg Gel is a medicine used to induce labor in women, who are ready to deliver a full term baby. It works by softening and widening the cervix (lower end of the uterus) and helps the baby to pass through easily. Dinost 0.5mg Gel is not for self-application purposes as usually applied in hospital settings under the supervision of medical healthcare professionals. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. You might be asked to lie down for at least 30 minutes after medicine application. The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, back pain, and flushing of the skin. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had liver or kidney disease, or have a heart attack, or have asthma or have high or low blood pressure. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You may be checked for contraction timely by your doctor while on treatment with this medicine.

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Written by: Shaik Ashraf Ali, B.pharmacy

Reviewed by: Dr. Jay Faldu, MBBS

Last updated on: 21-04-2025

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Benefits of Dinost 0.5mg Gel

Induction of labour

In Induction of labour Dinost 0.5mg Gel contains a natural substance (prostaglandin) called Dinoprostone, that your body makes in preparation for labour or delivery of a full term baby. It softens and widens the opening of the womb and increases contractions of the uterus. This helps the baby to come out of the mother?s womb with ease and prevents any complications involved with childbirth.

Side Effects of Dinost 0.5mg Gel

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Diarrhea, Back pain, Fetal distress, Increased uterine contractions, Flushing of skin']

Directions for Use

This medication is designated for external application solely. Utilize it according to the dosage and duration instructed by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Ensure that the affected area is clean and dry and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying

How it works

Dinost 0.5mg Gel is similar to a natural substance (E2 prostaglandin) which is released in your body when labour starts. It works by opening the part of the birth canal (cervix) and causing the uterus to contract, to allow the baby through.

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction has been found or established.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Dinost 0.5mg Gel is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

Breast feeding

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Dinost 0.5mg Gel is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established

Storage Advice

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8�C). Do not freeze.

Quick Tips for Dinost 0.5mg Gel

Dinost 0.5mg Gel helps induce labour in pregnant women. �It is only used in a hospital or clinic by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to lie down for at least 30 minutes to keep the medication in place. A second dose of medicine may be given if contractions are not strong enough. You may be monitored closely after administration� to make sure that the contractions do not become too strong and no distress comes to the baby. Inform your doctor if you have heart, kidney, lung or liver disease or if you have a history of asthma.

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140, Damji Samji Industrial Complex, Mahakali Caves Rd., Andheri(East), Mumbai-93.

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