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Carboprost

Drugs acting on the uterus

Description

Carboprost is an oxytocic , a prostoglandin hormone-like substance which helps to control blood pressure,and muscle contractions. It is used in postpartum hemorrage and to produce abortion,

Mechanism of action

Carboprost is given by injection to cause abortion. It is an oxytocic, which means it acts by causing the uterus to contract the way it does during labor and also helps the cervix to dilate.

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Mechanism of action

Carboprost is given by injection to cause abortion. It is an oxytocic, which means it acts by causing the uterus to contract the way it does during labor and also helps the cervix to dilate.

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