Primary SourceMAINTAIN 250 INJECTION 1ML
Brand Reference: Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml
HYDROXYPROGESTERONE (250MG)
Product Overview
About Maintane 250 Injection 1 mlMaintane 250 Injection 1 ml is a prescription hormonal treatment used to help reduce the risk of preterm birth in pregnant women who have previously delivered a baby too early. This injection provides essential hormonal support to help carry a pregnancy closer to its full term. It is medically indicated only for individuals with a history of a single, spontaneous premature delivery.This therapy is typically injected once a week by a healthcare professional, and maintaining a highly consistent schedule is vital for its effectiveness. Because it is given as an injection, its absorption is not affected by food, meaning it can be taken regardless of meal times. Adopting supportive lifestyle habits, such as staying well-hydrated and avoiding prolonged standing, can further help optimise your pregnancy outcomes while on this treatment.Common side effects of this medication include redness, swelling, or pain at the injection site, as well as mild nausea or diarrhoea. While these are usually manageable, you must consult your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects like sudden leg pain, warmth, or swelling, which could indicate a blood clot. Seeking prompt medical advice ensures any severe issues are addressed quickly and safely.Before starting this medication, it is essential to talk to your doctor if you have a history of diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney disease, or depression. Do not take this if you have a history of blood clots, severe liver damage, breast cancer, or unusual vaginal bleeding that has not been evaluated by a physician. Your healthcare provider will determine if this therapy is safe for your specific health profile.This injection can interact with certain liver-enzyme medications, which may reduce how well the hormone works. It is specifically designed for pregnant individuals, but you should consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding or have specific age-related concerns. Avoid smoking and alcohol, as smoking significantly increases your risk of dangerous blood clots during hormone therapy.
Active Composition
| Active Ingredient | Strength |
|---|---|
| HYDROXYPROGESTERONE | 250MG |
Indications & Therapeutic Uses
- Preterm birth prevention: Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml helps lower the risk of early delivery in pregnant individuals who have already had a single baby born prematurely in the past.
- Other hormonal uses: Hydroxyprogesterone formulations have been used in various hormone-related conditions; however, management of menstrual irregularities is not a standard indication for hydroxyprogesterone caproate. Use outside its approved pregnancy-related indication should only occur when specifically recommended by a healthcare professional.
- Supports Pregnancy-Focused Hormonal Management: When prescribed by a qualified obstetrician, Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml may be used as part of an individualised strategy for patients considered at risk of recurrent preterm birth. It provides progesterone-like hormonal support intended to help maintain a pregnancy-favourable uterine environment. The potential benefits, limitations, and appropriateness of treatment should be assessed on an individual basis in the context of current clinical evidence and guidance.
How to Use
This medication is administered as an injection, typically given by a healthcare provider. Always follow your doctor's exact instructions regarding your injection schedule. • The injection is usually given slowly into the muscle of the buttocks (intramuscularly). • Ensure the injection site is cleaned thoroughly with an alcohol swab before the shot is administered. • Rotate the injection site each week (alternating buttocks) to minimise pain, redness, or skin irritation. • Keep all scheduled appointments with your healthcare provider to ensure you receive the injection at the same time each week. • For patients receiving hydroxyprogesterone caproate for prevention of recurrent preterm birth, treatment is commonly initiated between 16 and 20 weeks of pregnancy and continued until approximately 37 weeks of gestation or delivery, according to the treating physician's recommendations.
Safety Advice & Warnings
Contraindications (When not to use)
- Alcohol: contraindicated or requires warning (Consult your doctor)
- Breast Feeding: contraindicated or requires warning (Consult your doctor)
- Children: contraindicated or requires warning (Unsafe)
- Heart: contraindicated or requires warning (Unsafe)
- Geriatrics: contraindicated or requires warning (Unsafe)
Precautions & Advisories
- Alcohol: There is not enough scientific data available for Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml interaction with alcohol, hence it is best to consult a doctor.
- Pregnancy: Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml can be used during pregnancy if prescribed by the doctor.
- Breast Feeding: Please consult your doctor before using Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml during breastfeeding.
- Driving: It is advised to drive with caution after taking Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml as it may interfere with driving capabilities. It can make you feel drowsy.
- Liver: Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml should be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases. Your doctor may have to adjust the dose.
- Kidney: Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml should be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases. Your doctor may have to adjust the dose.
- Children: Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml not indicated for use in children. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients less than 16 years of age have not been established.
- Heart: Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml is not recommended for use in heart patients as it can lead to cardiovascular effects.
- Geriatrics: Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml is not recommended for use in elderly patients as it can lead to side effects.
- Check the solution: Inspect the vial before injecting. The liquid should be clear and pale yellow. Do not use if it is cloudy, contains particles, or is dark yellow.
- Rotate injection sites: Alternate sides of your buttocks with each weekly injection to prevent skin thickening, deep bruising, or scar tissue.
- Track your schedule: Use a calendar or phone alarm to ensure you get your injection exactly every 7 days. Consistency is key for preventing early labour.
- Monitor blood sugar: If you have gestational diabetes, check your blood glucose levels regularly, as this hormonal injection can alter sugar tolerance.
- Pre-surgery warning: Inform your surgeon or dentist that you are receiving a progestin injection, as you may need to pause treatment temporarily before surgeries to avoid blood clots.
- The role of Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml in preventing preterm birth:It has been the subject of ongoing regulatory and scientific review in some countries. Decisions regarding its use should be made by the treating obstetrician based on an individual assessment of potential benefits, risks, and current clinical guidance.
Common Side Effects
- Some of the common side effects of Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml include nausea
- vomiting
- itching
- hives (skin rashes)
- swelling of the face
- lips
- tongue
- or throat
- and diarrhea
Quick Tips for Patients
- Check the solution: Inspect the vial before injecting. The liquid should be clear and pale yellow. Do not use if it is cloudy, contains particles, or is dark yellow.
- Rotate injection sites: Alternate sides of your buttocks with each weekly injection to prevent skin thickening, deep bruising, or scar tissue.
- Track your schedule: Use a calendar or phone alarm to ensure you get your injection exactly every 7 days. Consistency is key for preventing early labour.
- Monitor blood sugar: If you have gestational diabetes, check your blood glucose levels regularly, as this hormonal injection can alter sugar tolerance.
- Pre-surgery warning: Inform your surgeon or dentist that you are receiving a progestin injection, as you may need to pause treatment temporarily before surgeries to avoid blood clots.
- The role of Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml in preventing preterm birth:It has been the subject of ongoing regulatory and scientific review in some countries. Decisions regarding its use should be made by the treating obstetrician based on an individual assessment of potential benefits, risks, and current clinical guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Specifications Sheet
- Brand Name
- Maintane 250 Injection 1 ml
- Generic Name (Salt)
- HYDROXYPROGESTERONE (250MG)
- Manufacturer
- Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Dosage Form
- gel
- Strength
- 250MG
- Pack Size
- 1 ml
- HSN Code
- 3004
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