Misoprostol: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Misoprostol Benefits & Uses

Misoprostol is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Abortion

Misoprostol Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Post Delivery Bleeding Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Misoprostol Related Warnings

Is the use of Misoprostol safe for pregnant women?

Misoprostol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Misoprostol safe during breastfeeding?

Misoprostol may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Misoprostol, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Misoprostol.

Moderate
What is the effect of Misoprostol on the Kidneys?

Misoprostol rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Misoprostol on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Misoprostol. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Misoprostol only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Misoprostol on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Misoprostol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Misoprostol with Other Drugs

Misoprostol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Oxytocin

Moderate

Naproxen,Esomeprazole

Magaldrate

Calcium Carbonate

Magnesium hydroxide

Mild

Naproxen

Misoprostol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Misoprostol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Dehydration
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Misoprostol

Is this Misoprostol habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Misoprostol has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Misoprostol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Misoprostol only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Misoprostol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Misoprostol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Misoprostol

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Misoprostol, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Misoprostol

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Misoprostol with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Misoprostol

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Misoprostol?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

The dosage of Misoprostol may vary from case to case and type of condition in which the drug is being given. You are advised to take Misoprostol as prescribed by your doctor. Ideally, it should be taken with the food to minimize the possibility of stomach irritation that can result in diarrhoea. Precautions must be taken in patients with known inflammatory bowel disease, improper kidney function, coronary artery disease, and hypertension.

Question over 5 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause pain?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Misoprostol causes abdominal (stomach) pain but it occurs in only a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience abdominal (stomach) pain after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller. Even if the pain does not subside or becomes more severe then in any circumstances do not self-medicate yourself further contact your doctor right away.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Misoprostol work?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Misoprostol contains misoprostol which is a prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) analogue that possesses antisecretory property that inhibits gastric acid secretion. NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandins which leads to diminishing bicarbonate and mucus secretion which contributes to ulceration. Misoprostol has mucosal protective properties that protect the stomach tissues from the damage caused by the stomach acid through decreased acid secretion and mucosal protective action. It induces labour by causing relaxation of cervix uteri (which is the lower part of the uterus). In the treatment of postpartum hemorrhage Misoprostol works by causing contractions of smooth muscle fibres of the myometrium (middle layer of the uterine wall).

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Misoprostol with ibuprofen?

Dr. MBBS , Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Misoprostol can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.