Mifecon is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Abortion are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Mifecon have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Mifecon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mifecon include Uterine Cramps, Uterine Bleeding. Some other side effects of Mifecon have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Mifecon go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mifecon is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Mifecon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mifecon related warnings section.
Mifecon is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bleeding, Porphyria, Diabetes are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mifecon are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Mifecon have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mifecon is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Mifecon is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mifecon is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Mifecon safe for pregnant women?
Mifecon shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Mifecon safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Mifecon. If you see any side effects, stop taking Mifecon immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Mifecon again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mifecon on the Kidneys?
Mifecon rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mifecon on the Liver?
Mifecon can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Mifecon on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Mifecon on the heart have been reported.
Mifecon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mifecon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mifecon habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mifecon.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Mifecon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Mifecon can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Mifecon only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Mifecon is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mifecon
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Mifecon, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mifecon
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Mifecon.
No harmful interactions are found between Mifecon and alcohol, it does not reduce the effectiveness of the drug. However, alcohol can cause liver damage and dehydration in some people which may increase the severity of side effects, if taken together. So, it is better to avoid taking Mifecon with alcohol.
Discontinuation of Mifecon on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to once check with your doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Mifecon is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to take this medicine if you actually don't require it.
Mifecon is a brand name of mifepristone, also known as an abortion pill. It belongs to the class of synthetic steroids, which has antiprogesterone and antiglucocorticoid properties. It is used in combination with misoprostol to result in abortion. It is also used in the treatment of Cushing syndrome.
Yes, Mifecon is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects such as diarrhea, pelvic pain, weakness, and fever may occur.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 858-859
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Mifeprex® (mifepristone)