Cytotec
Misoprostol
Ingredients & Drug Type
Cytotec is listed as Gynecology containing Misoprostol. A medicine used according to its active ingredient, dosage form, and the patient’s condition.
- Active ingredient
- Misoprostol
- Therapeutic class
- Gynecology
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Strength
- 200 mcg
Dosing
- Frequency
- حسب البروتوكول
- Route
- oral
- Common catalog dose: 200 mcg.
- Frequency: حسب البروتوكول.
- Route: oral.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
Medical Overview
Cytotec is listed as Gynecology containing Misoprostol. A medicine used according to its active ingredient, dosage form, and the patient’s condition.
Cytotec (misoprostol) — a prostaglandin with two separate medical lives: historic NSAID-ulcer prophylaxis, and modern hospital obstetrics (labor induction, WHO-endorsed postpartum-hemorrhage control, supervised management of missed/incomplete miscarriage). Strictly regulated in Jordan; self-administration for abortion is life-threatening (uncontrolled hemorrhage, uterine rupture, sepsis) — bleeding in pregnancy belongs in obstetric emergency care. Absolute contraindication: any wanted pregnancy.
Uses / Indications
- Prevention of NSAID-induced ulcers
- medical abortion
- treatment of postpartum hemorrhage (off-label)
- Used for indications selected by a clinician or pharmacist based on diagnosis and the official leaflet.
Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- abdominal pain
- cramping
- Side effects vary by active ingredient, dose, and patient factors.
Contraindications
- Pregnancy (for ulcer prevention)
- Previous allergy to the active ingredient or any component.
Warnings
- Use in women must be under strict medical supervision
- Do not start, stop, or change dose without medical advice, especially during pregnancy or chronic disease.
Drug Interactions
- مضادات الحموضة الحاوية مغنيسيوم تفاقم إسهاله (تُجنب معه)
- ولا تداخلات كبرى سواها — خطورته سياقية لا تفاعلية.
- Tell your clinician or pharmacist about all medicines, supplements, and herbs you use.
Patient Guidance
- Read the patient leaflet.
- Use only as prescribed.
- Ask a pharmacist if anything about use is unclear.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Cytotec?
Cytotec contains Misoprostol and is categorized as Gynecology. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Cytotec?
Catalog dosing information includes: 200 mcg. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Cytotec?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Cytotec be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.