Core pharmacology

Class Group

OXYTOCIC

Legacy Cicm Level

Level 3

Introduction

Prostaglandin
PG-F-2alpha synthetic analogue

Indications Uses

1. Treatment of PPM
2. Termination of pregnancy

Main Action

Most potent oxytocic

Adverse Effects Toxicity

1. Bronchoconstriction
2. Severe hypertension
3. Cardiac collapse

Absorption

IM, IV or intra-myometrium