About carbetocin
Oxytocin receptor agonist
Used for
- Prevents excessive bleeding after childbirth, especially following caesarean delivery.
Usual adult dose
100 micrograms once by slow intravenous injection after delivery, under medical supervision.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Flushing
- Headache
Important warnings
- For use only after delivery; it must not be used to induce labour.
- Can cause low blood pressure, fast heartbeat, or uterine contractions.
- Use cautiously with heart or blood vessel disease.
Pregnancy
Not for use before delivery; may cause strong uterine contractions and harm the fetus.
Breastfeeding
A single dose is unlikely to affect a breastfed newborn; information is limited.
Interactions
- Oxytocin or other medicines that stimulate uterine contractions may increase effects.
- Medicines that affect blood pressure may increase the risk of blood pressure changes.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.