Misoprostol Medication Information
Get detailed information on Misoprostol, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Misoprostol provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Misoprostol Pronunciation : MYE-soe-PROST-ol ICD Code : Y53.0 Therapeutic Classification : AntiulcersTrade Names/Brand Names of Misoprostol
India :
Misonac SR |
Mizolast (200mcg) |
Cytolog (100mcg) |
Misoprost (600mcg) |
MTP (200mg/200mcg) |
Misoprost (200mcg) |
Safeguard SR |
Mifenac |
Cytolog (25mcg) |
Mtprost (200mg/200mcg)
International :
Cytotec
Why is Misoprostol Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a synthetic prostaglandin; prescribed for ulcer, labor induction, induced abortion, miscarriage, postpartum hemorrhage (blood loss during birth) and other gynecological uses. It reduces the acid secretion in stomach.When should Misoprostol not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in pregnant women, and known hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Misoprostol?
Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 200 mcg four times daily with food. If this dose cannot be tolerated, a dose of 100 mcg can be used.How should Misoprostol be taken?
It comes, as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.What are the warnings and precautions for Misoprostol?
• It may cause abortion, premature birth, or birth defects, uterine rupture; it should not be used during pregnancy.• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of low blood pressure, which may lead to severe complications e.g. brain or heart disease, inflammatory bowel disease and kidney impairment, elderly, children.
• It may lead to dehydration, drink adequate water.
What are the side effects of Misoprostol?
Most Common- Spotting, cramps, heavy periods, Excessive Urination, menstrual disorder, painful menstruation and postmenopausal vaginal bleeding and breast pain.Body as a whole - Aches/pains, weakness, fatigue, fever, chills and weight changes.
Skin - Rash, inflammation, hair loss and pallor (paleness).
Eye and ENT- Abnormal taste, abnormal vision, inflammation of eye, deafness, ringing and pain in the ear.
Respiratory - Upper respiratory tract infection, difficulty in breathing, pneumonia and nose bleed.
Heart- Chest pain, edema, excessive sweating, low/high blood pressure, abnormal heart rate, inflammation of blood vessels, fainting, heart attack and blood clot events.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, GI bleeding, GI inflammation/infection, rectal disorder, vomiting, diarrhea, abnormal liver function, reflux and difficulty in swallowing.
Hypersensitivity - Anaphylaxis.
Metabolic - Excretion of glucose into the urine, gout and increased nitrogen level.
Genitourinary - Excessive urination, painful urination, blood in urine and urinary tract infection.
Central Nervous System - Headache, anxiety, changes in appetite, depression, drowsiness, dizziness, thirst, impotence, loss of libido, increased sweating, nerve damage, mental disorder and confusion.
Musculoskeletal - Joint/muscle pain, muscle cramps, stiffness and back pain.
Blood - Anemia, decrease in platelets, bruising and increase in ESR level.
