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Betamethasone is not used IN preterm labor...once your labor has been stabilized, betamethasone is given in two shots 24 hours apart so that you baby gets a "jump start" on producing surfactant in their lungs. Surfactant is what gives the lungs lubrication - for the aveoli to expand. I had betamethasone injections with two of my children. My first child, I went into labor at 24 weeks; multiple medications to hold her to final delivery date of 31 weeks. No medical problems whatsoever!! My second child, I went into labor at 26 weeks , several shots of brethine to hold him off and delivered at 38 weeks (9pounds 1 oz) perfectly fine. My sister delivered her first two both at 36 weeks with uncomplicated pregnancies - no betamethasone - both had respiratory complications and spent weeks in the NICU.
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What is the use of betamethasone injection during pregnancy?
Betamethasone injection is given to mature the lungs in preterm delivery.
What is idiopathic preterm labor?
Preterm labor - cause unknown.
Does preterm labor run in maternal families?
Preterm labor can run in maternal families but it is no garuntee. The health of your mother and your own health can make a vast difference. If you are concerned about having preterm labor, know the signs and watch for them.
How do you watch for preterm labor?
Backache
Can you use betamethasone dipropionate for earache?
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Why are pregnant women given Betamethasone and Dexamethasone?
Pregnant women are given Betamethasone and Dexamethasone primarily to enhance fetal lung maturity in cases of preterm labor. These corticosteroids help stimulate the production of surfactant in the fetal lungs, reducing the risk of respiratory distress syndrome in premature infants. Additionally, they may also be used to manage certain pregnancy complications, such as fetal growth restriction or to improve outcomes in cases of preterm delivery. Their administration is typically considered when delivery is anticipated before 34 weeks of gestation.
How long can you go in preterm labor?
Very often preterm labor can be stalled with medication and/or home or bed rest until the baby is more mature to be delivered.
Does group B strep cause preterm labor?
No
Can a UTI cause early labor?
Yes, UTI can increase the risk of preterm labor.
Can dehydration cause you to have contractions?
Yes. Dehydration can cause preterm labor
Can you use betamethasone on cold sores?
You can not use betamethasone on cold sores.
Can Depo-Provera cause preterm labor and other side affects?
Depo Provera isn't used during pregnancy. There is no report of increased risk of preterm labor in pregnant women who used Depo Provera versus those who have not.
