Drug Name:Vaginal Prostaglandins
Drug Class:Prostaglandins
Mechanism of Action:
  • Stimulates uterine contractions
  • Ripens cervix
Use:
  • Induction of labor
  • Termination of pregnancy
  • Management of missed abortion
Side Effects:
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Uterine hyperstimulation
  • Fetal distress
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to prostaglandins
  • Active pelvic inflammatory disease
  • Unexplained vaginal bleeding
  • Placenta previa
  • Previous cesarean delivery
Specialty:
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology