food interaction for Mefipil Tablet
alcohol interaction for Mefipil Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Mefipil Tablet
lactation interaction for Mefipil Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Mefipil 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Mefipil 200mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Mefipil 200mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE
Mefipil 200mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Mefipil 200mg Tablet
Mifepristone(200mg)
Mefipil tablet uses
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How mefipil tablet works
Mefipil 200mg Tablet blocks the effects of progesterone, a natural female hormone which is needed for the pregnancy to sustain. Without this hormone, the lining of the uterus (womb) breaks down as it does during a menstrual period and stops the growth of the pregnancy.
Common side effects of mefipil tablet
Nausea, Vomiting, Uterine cramps, Diarrhea, Infection following abortion, Uterine bleeding
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Expert advice FOR Mefipil Tablet
- Mifepristone helps in medical termination of pregnancy.
- If you vomit within 45 minutes of taking the tablet, talk to your doctor immediately. You will need to take another tablet.
- Take it only as prescribed by the doctor. Miscarriages, if incomplete, may result in serious medical complications leading to hospitalization, surgery and possible infertility.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- It does not affect fertility. Use contraception to avoid pregnancy.
- Take it no later than 63 days after the first day of your last menstrual period.
- Vaginal bleeding may or may not occur after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if excessive bleeding occurs or if you suffer from severe abdominal pain.
Frequently asked questions FOR Mefipil 200mg Tablet
Mifepristone
Q. What is Mefipil 200mg Tablet and what it is used for?
Mefipil 200mg Tablet contains a medicine called Mifepristone. It helps in medical termination of the pregnancy. It works by blocking the effect of progesterone (a female sex hormone) which is required for maintenance of pregnancy. It is only used to terminate a pregnancy which should not be more than 63 days old, counting from the first day of the last menstrual period.
Q. How and in what dose should I use Mefipil 200mg Tablet?
Mefipil 200mg Tablet can be taken orally with a glass of water. It should be taken under the supervision of a doctor.
Q. What should I expect after taking Mefipil 200mg Tablet?
You may or may not experience vaginal bleeding or spotting after taking this medicine. After 48 hours of taking Mefipil 200mg Tablet, your doctor shall examine you and may prescribe you another medicine (Misoprostol) for complete termination of pregnancy. After 14 days of taking Mefipil 200mg Tablet, your gynaecologist may run some blood tests or perform ultrasonography to confirm whether the pregnancy has been terminated or not.