Misogen 200mcg Tablet
Manufacturer
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Misoprostol (200mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Misogen 200mcg Tablet is a medicine used for medical abortion (terminating a pregnancy) and preventing excessive bleeding after delivery.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Misogen 200mcg 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 swallowing the tablets whole with a drink of water. If you experience vomiting within 30 minutes of tablet intake, inform your doctor or take another tablet. The medicine may take 24 hours to show its action and you experience bleeding. Common side effects of this medicine include infection following abortion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cramps, uterine contractions or cramping, uterine bleeding, heavy bleeding, and fetal malformations. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Usually, vaginal bleeding may last for 12 days, inform your doctor if it lasts for more than 12 days or you notice severe abdominal pain.
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. Misogen 200mcg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Misogen 200mcg Tablet increases contractions of the uterus to cause abortion. It can also prevent post-delivery bleeding due to poor contraction of the uterus.
Quick Tips
Take it only as prescribed by the doctor. Miscarriages if incomplete may result in serious medical complications leading to hospitalization, surgery and possible infertility. Vaginal bleeding lasting for approximately 12 days may occur after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if excessive bleeding occurs or if you suffer from severe abdominal pain. Use caution 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is Misogen 200mcg Tablet used for?
Misogen 200mcg Tablet, containing the active ingredient Misoprostol, is a medication used to terminate an early pregnancy. It should only be used in conjunction with another medication, Mifepristone, and is effective for terminating pregnancies up to 63 days old, as counted from the first day of the last menstrual period.
How and in what dose should I take Misogen 200mcg Tablet?
Misogen 200mcg Tablet is administered under medical supervision. The dosage instructions are specific and should be followed carefully in a clinic or healthcare facility under the guidance of a gynaecologist.
What should I expect after taking Misogen 200mcg Tablet for pregnancy termination?
Following the administration of Misogen 200mcg Tablet, you may experience abdominal cramping, diarrhea, stomach pain, and nausea. Vaginal bleeding may also occur within four hours. After this, it is recommended to stay at the clinic or healthcare center for a minimum of three hours before returning home. Approximately two weeks after taking Mifepristone (the initial pill), your gynaecologist may perform blood tests or ultrasonography to confirm whether pregnancy termination was successful.
Does Misogen 200mcg Tablet affect future fertility?
Studies have shown that Misogen 200mcg Tablet does not impair the fertility of women. Your chances of getting pregnant in the future are the same as those who did not take this medication.
What are common side effects of taking Misogen 200mcg Tablet?
Common side effects associated with Misogen 200mcg Tablet include abdominal pain, cramping, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, uterine contractions, pelvic pain, and shivering. If you experience heavy vaginal bleeding or find these side effects bothersome, consult your gynaecologist.
