Fulfil 9 Injection

Composition of Fulfil 9 Injection

Fulfil 9 Injection contains Hydroxyprogesterone (500mg).

Uses of Fulfil 9 Injection

Prevention of Premature Labor

Key benefits

• In Prevention of Premature Labor Fulfil 9 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.

How Fulfil 9 Injection works

Fulfil 9 Injection is a progestin (female hormone).

How to take Fulfil 9 Injection

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

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Fulfil 9 Injection, please consult your doctor.

If you take too much

Taking more Fulfil than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Fulfil 9 Injection

Most side effects of Fulfil are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Fulfil 9 Injection

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Fulfil. Some combinations can change how Fulfil works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Fulfil 9 Injection

Store Fulfil below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Fulfil 9 Injection

Fulfil 9 Injection is used in pregnant women to help lower the risk of giving birth too early (preterm birth). It is only given to a woman who has had a preterm delivery in the past. It is not for use in women who are pregnant with more than one baby (twins, triplets, etc.). It is administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor. Your doctor can start giving you the injection every week between 16 and 20 weeks and continue through week 37, or until you deliver. It may affect blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar regularly. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain. These could be symptoms of a serious liver problem. Inform your doctor immediately if you have pain in the chest, groin or legs, difficulty with breathing, sudden severe headache, slurred speech, sudden unexplained shortness of breath, a sudden loss of coordination, or vision changes while using this medicine.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CADILA PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

GYNAECOLOGICAL

Chemical class:

Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogin derivative