Misoprostol

What Are The Uses Of Misoprostol?

Misoprostol is used for preventing severe ulcers which may lead to bleeding, when you are taking NSAIDs.

        It is also sometimes used (in combination of mifepristone) for abortion.

What Are The Side Effects Of Misoprostol?

Some of the common side-effects include:

• Abortion, miscarriage if you are pregnant
• Diarrhoea (occurs usually after 2 weeks of starting the medicine)
• Nausea, stomach cramps

What Are The Contraindications Of Misoprostol?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Pregnancy
• Intestinal / stomach disease