food interaction for Misoprost Tablet

alcohol interaction for Misoprost Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Misoprost Tablet

lactation interaction for Misoprost Tablet

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Misoprost 200 Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Misoprost 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Misoprost 200 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
Misoprost 200 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR Misoprost 200mcg Tablet

Misoprostol(200mcg)

Misoprost tablet uses

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How misoprost tablet works

Misoprost 200 Tablet increases contractions of the uterus to cause abortion. It can also prevent post-delivery bleeding due to poor contraction of the uterus.

Common side effects of misoprost tablet

Cramps, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach cramp, Uterine contractions, Uterine cramps, Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding), Infection following abortion

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Expert advice FOR Misoprost Tablet

  • Misoprostol helps terminate pregnancy when used along with another medicine called mifepristone.
  • It may also be used to prevent excessive bleeding after delivery.
  • For pregnancy termination:
    • Take it no later than 63 days after the first day of your last menstrual period.
    • Take it 36 – 48 hours after taking mifepristone.
    • Rest for at least 3 hours after taking the medicine.
    • If you vomit within 30 minutes of taking the tablet, talk to your doctor immediately, as you may 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.
    • Vaginal bleeding lasting for approximately 12 days may occur after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if excessive bleeding occurs or if you suffer from severe abdominal pain.
  • Use caution 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Misoprost 200mcg Tablet

Misoprostol

Q. What is Misoprost 200 Tablet and what is used for?
Misoprost 200 Tablet contains a medicine called Misoprostol. It helps in medical termination of the pregnancy. It is prescribed along with another medicine called Mifepristone. 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. It works by increasing the contractions of the uterus. It may also be used in the prevention or treatment of post-delivery bleeding and for cervical ripening.
Q. How and in what dose should I take Misoprost 200 Tablet?
This medicine is administered only in a clinic or healthcare facility under the supervision of a gynaecologist.
Q. What should I expect after taking Misoprost 200 Tablet?
For medical termination of pregnancy: You may experience abdominal cramping, diarrhea, stomach pain, and nausea immediately after taking Misoprost 200 Tablet. You may also have vaginal bleeding within 4 hours of taking Misoprost 200 Tablet. You may also be asked to stay at the clinic or healthcare center for at least 3 hours after taking this medicine. After 14 days of taking Mifepristone (pill you took before Misoprost 200 Tablet) your gynaecologist may run some blood tests or perform ultrasonography to confirm whether pregnancy has been terminated or not.
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Q. Can Misoprost 200 Tablet affect my future chances of getting pregnant?
No, studies have shown that this medicine does not impair the fertility of the women. Your future chances of getting pregnant are as equal as of those who have not taken this medicine.
Q. What are the common side effects of taking Misoprost 200 Tablet?
The common side effects of using Misoprost 200 Tablet are abdominal pain, abdominal cramping, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, uterine contractions, pelvic pain, and shivering. If you experience a very heavy vaginal bleeding or if any of these side effects bother you please consult with your gynaecologist.

Content on this page was last updated on 18 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)