Gemeprost
- Generic Name
- Gemeprost
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C23H38O5
- CAS Number
- 64318-79-2
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 45KZB1FOLS
Overview
Gemeprost is a prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) analog and antiprogestogen used for preoperative dilation of the cervix before surgical abortion. It is available as vaginal suppositories and also used in combination with the antiprogestin and mifepristone for termination of 1st- and 2nd-trimester pregnancy . It is not FDA-approved but available in Japan marketed as Preglandin.
Background
Gemeprost is a prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) analog and antiprogestogen used for preoperative dilation of the cervix before surgical abortion. It is available as vaginal suppositories and also used in combination with the antiprogestin and mifepristone for termination of 1st- and 2nd-trimester pregnancy . It is not FDA-approved but available in Japan marketed as Preglandin.
Indication
Indicated for the softening and dilatation of the cervix uteri prior to transcervical, intrauterine operative procedures in the first trimester of pregnancy or facilitating therapeutic termination of pregnancy in patients in the second trimester of gestation.
Associated Conditions
No associated conditions information available.
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