Cervidil
What it is used for
Cervical ripening in patients, at or near term, who have favourable induction features and in whom there is a medical or obstetrical indication for induction of labour.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Vaginal. This medicine is given via the vagina.
- Store between minus 10 – minus 20 degrees Celsius
- Store in a deep freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Vaginal. This medicine is given via the vagina.
- Store between minus 10 – minus 20 degrees Celsius
- Store in a deep freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient dinoprostone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Visual appearance
Thin, flat polymeric pessary, which is rectangular in shape with rounded corners. The pessary is contained within an off-white knitted polyester retrieval system.