
Mifeprin 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition
Mifepristone (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mifeprin 200mg Tablet is an anti-progestational steroid class of drug used for medical termination of pregnancy.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Mifeprin 200mg Tablet is given alone or in combination with some other medicine to attain the maximum benefit. It should be taken with food or as your doctor's advice. It should be taken orally by swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. If you experience vomiting within 45 minutes of tablet intake, inform your doctor or take another tablet. The medicine may take 24- 48 hours to show its action and you experience bleeding. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, uterine cramps, diarrhea, infection following abortion, and uterine bleeding. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. If you experience heavy vaginal bleeding or abdominal pain on taking this medicine, you should inform your doctor immediately.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mifeprin 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Mifeprin 200mg Tablet blocks the effects of progesterone, a natural female hormone which is needed for the pregnancy to sustain. Without this hormone, the lining of the uterus (womb) breaks down as it does during a menstrual period and stops the growth of the pregnancy.
Quick Tips
Mifeprin 200mg Tablet helps in medical termination of pregnancy. If you vomit within 45 minutes of taking the tablet, talk to your doctor immediately. You will need to take another tablet. Take it only as prescribed by the doctor. Miscarriages if incomplete may result in serious medical complications leading to hospitalization, surgery and possible infertility. Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness. It does not affect fertility. Use contraception to avoid pregnancy. Take it no later than 63 days after the first day of your last menstrual period. Vaginal bleeding may or may not occur after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if excessive bleeding occurs or if you suffer from severe abdominal pain.