MISOPROST 600MCG TABLET contains Misoprostol which belongs to the group of medicines called Prostaglandin Analogs. It is used to manage peptic ulcer, predominantly caused due to excessive NSAID use (such as diclofenac, naproxen). It can also be used for cervical ripening (dilation) prior to certain uterine procedures and for inducing labour pain. It is also used in combination with mifepristone (an abortion pill) to induce abortion during the early stages of pregnancy (first trimester) and can manage excessive blood loss after childbirth. Take MISOPROST 600MCG TABLET with meals to avoid stomach upset. Avoid taking antacids (containing magnesium) along with this medicine as it may increase the risk of severe stomach problems. Before taking MISOPROST 600MCG TABLET inform your doctor if you previously delivered your baby via caesarean section. You must also inform your doctor if you have any heart problems, high or low blood pressure, inflammatory bowel diseases or problems in blood vessels as a precaution. Pregnant women should not get themselves exposed to this medicine as it may cause abortion or serious birth defects in the growing baby. It is also not suitable for use in breastfeeding women and in children aged below 18 years. Women of childbearing potential must use a suitable contraceptive method to avoid becoming pregnant while taking this medicine. The most common side effects of taking MISOPROST 600MCG TABLET are skin rashes, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, stomach pain, constipation, bloating, indigestion, birth defects (if accidentally exposed during pregnancy), vaginal bleeding (even after menopause) and severe uterine cramps. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects trouble you.
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