Manufacturers

Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries

Salt Composition

Hydroxyprogesterone (250mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Prevention of Premature Labor Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection is a man-made form of the female hormone called progesterone, that helps lower the risk of delivering the baby too early (premature labor), particularly in women who have had this complication in an earlier pregnancy. Progesterone is a hormone that thickens the lining of the uterus and prepares it for the growth and development of the baby. So, it helps your uterus grow during pregnancy and also prevents any contractions that can otherwise lead to miscarriage.

Benefits

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Description

Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection is used to prevent premature labor in pregnant women in order to reduce the risk of giving birth too early (preterm birth). It prevents miscarriage and lowers the risk of premature birth in women who have had one premature delivery in the past.Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection is administered only by or under the supervision of a doctor. It should be taken as your doctor advice. Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time. You should take this injection for as long as it is prescribed for you.The most common side effects of this medicine include local site reactions at the injection site, nausea, itching, diarrhea, and rash. If any of these bothers you, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It may affect blood sugar levels, so monitor your blood sugar regularly. It is better to inform the doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain while using this medicine.Before taking this medicine inform doctor, if you have ever had any problems with your blood circulation or have diabetes, or any liver disease. 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.

How To Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection 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 : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. | - Driving : SAFE

Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.This medicine contains progesterone which can cause fluid retention in patients with underlying kidney disease. | - Liver : UNSAFE

Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

Packaging Detail

vial of 1 ml Injection

Package

Vial

Qty

1 ml

Product Form

Injection

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Gluco/Mineralocorticoids, Progestogins Derivatives|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GYNAECOLOGICAL|Action Class :: Progestins (First generation)

Primary Use

Prevention of Premature Labor

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Prevention of Premature Labor

Common Side Effect

Injection site pain | Injection site swelling | Red spots or bumps | Rash

Alcoholinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnancyinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lactationinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Drivinginteraction

SAFE

Kidneyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Liverinteraction

UNSAFE

Manufacturer Address

BIOCHEM PHARMA, LG 113 / A, Xth Central Mall, Mahavir Nagar, 90ft Road, Next to D Mart, Kandivali - West, Mumbai - 400067.

Q A

Q. What is Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection? What is it used for?::: Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection is a type of female sex hormone called progesterone. It helps to lower the risk of preterm delivery (early birth) in a pregnant woman, who had delivered a preterm baby in the past.| Q. How and in what dose should I use Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection?::: Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection is given as an injection, by a doctor or trained nurse. The dose will be decided by your doctor, depending on your exact medical condition.| Q. What if I miss a dose of Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection?::: Ideally, you should try not to miss any dose. However, if you miss a dose consult with your doctor as soon as you remember.| Q. Who should not receive Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection?::: Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection should not be used if you have:u003cbr>-blood clots or other blood clotting problems now or in the pastu003cbr>-high blood pressure that is not controlledu003cbr>-liver problems, including liver tumorsu003cbr>-breast cancer or other hormone-sensitive cancers now or in the pastu003cbr>-unusual vaginal bleeding not related to your current pregnancyu003cbr>-yellowing of your skin due to liver problems during your pregnancy.

How It Works

Biosterone Depot 250mg Injection is a progestin (female hormone).

Marketer Details

Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries | BIOCHEM PHARMA, LG 113 / A, Xth Central Mall, Mahavir Nagar, 90ft Road, Next to D Mart, Kandivali - West, Mumbai - 400067.

Reference

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 671-72. | Mayo Clinic. Hydroxyprogesterone. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/hydroxyprogesterone-injection-route/description/drg-20074807 | Drugs.com. Hydroxyprogesterone. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.drugs.com/food-interactions/hydroxyprogesterone.html | Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.scielo.br/j/jped/a/pKPFtLMX4jNH6tTtrqNwb4r/?format=pdf&lang=en | Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate Injection [Package Insert]. Ranipur, Uttarakhand: Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. [Accessed 05 Jul. 2023]. (online) Available from: https://www.indimmune.com/downloads/human-health/The_Progeshield_PI_Website.pdf | Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate Injection [Prescribing Information]. Waltham, MA: AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2022. [Accessed 05 Jul. 2023]. (online) Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=a1998c1d-8337-4f00-8dcb-af3b54d39b77&type=display