Cervidil
Cervidil is a vaginal insert containing 10 mg of dinoprostone (prostaglandin E2). It is designed to be released slowly over a 12-hour period to help soften, thin, and dilate the cervix (cervical ripening) in preparation for labor induction.
Dosage by Body Weight
One vaginal insert (10 mg) is placed transversely in the posterior vaginal fornix by a healthcare provider. It must be removed upon onset of active labor, rupture of membranes, uterine tachysystole, or after 12 hours.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Contraindicated
- Frequency
- Not applicable
- Tracking Notes
- Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Contraindicated | Not applicable | Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients. |
| 5-7 kg | Contraindicated | Not applicable | Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients. |
| 8-10 kg | Contraindicated | Not applicable | Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients. |
| 11-15 kg | Contraindicated | Not applicable | Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients. |
| 16-20 kg | Contraindicated | Not applicable | Cervidil is strictly used for pregnant adult females at or near term. It is not indicated for pediatric patients. |
Formulation
Vaginal Insert
Purpose
Used to initiate and/or continue cervical ripening in pregnant patients at or near term who require induction of labor for medical or obstetrical reasons.
Generic Name
DinoprostoneScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.