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- $Title{misoprostol}
- $Subject{Cytotec Searle Prostaglandin E1 analog gastrointestinal protective
- agent misoprostol stomach ulcers nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs NSAIDs
- aspirin, carprofen diclofenac diflunisal fenoprofen flurbiprofen ibuprofen
- indomethacin ketoprofen meclofenamate mefenamic acid naproxen phenylbutazone
- piroxicam salsalate sulindac tolmetin pain arthritis ulcer prostaglandins
- acid mucus secretion}
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- Copyright (C) 1993 Publications International, Ltd.
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- misoprostol
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-
- BRAND NAME (Manufacturer)
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- Cytotec (Searle)
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- TYPE OF DRUG
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- Prostaglandin E1 analog (gastrointestinal protective agent)
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- INGREDIENT
-
- misoprostol
-
- DOSAGE FORM
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- Tablets (200 mcg)
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- STORAGE
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- Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container.
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- USES
-
- Misoprostol is used to prevent stomach ulcers in people who are taking
- nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs (such as aspirin,
- carprofen, diclofenac, diflunisal, fenoprofen, flurbiprofen, ibuprofen,
- indomethacin, ketoprofen, meclofenamate, mefenamic acid, naproxen,
- phenylbutazone, piroxicam, salsalate, sulindac, or tolmetin) are frequently
- prescribed to treat pain or arthritis. NSAIDs have been shown to cause ulcers
- in some patients. Misoprostol belongs to a group of chemicals called
- prostaglandins, which protect the stomach by decreasing the secretion of acid
- and increasing the secretion of mucus.
-
- TREATMENT
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- This medication should be taken with meals and at bedtime, unless
- otherwise directed by your doctor.
- If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible, unless it
- is almost time for your next dose. If that is the case, do not take the
- missed dose at all; just return to your regular dosing schedule. Never take a
- double dose.
- Misoprostol treatment should continue for as long as you take a NSAID.
- This medication should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
-
- SIDE EFFECTS
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- Minor.
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- Abdominal pain, change in appetite, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence,
- gas and bloating, heartburn, menstrual cramps and abnormal bleeding, nausea,
- or vomiting.
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- Major.
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- Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or
- particularly bothersome. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT
- chest pain, difficulty in breathing, postmenopausal vaginal bleeding, or rash.
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- INTERACTIONS
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- Antacids decrease the absorption of misoprostol into the bloodstream.
- However, antacids do not appear to decrease the beneficial effects of
- misoprostol in preventing ulcers. Consult your doctor before using antacids
- with this product.
- Before starting to take misoprostol, BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about
- any other medications you are currently taking.
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- WARNINGS
-
- * Misoprostol should not be taken by anyone with a history of allergy to
- prostaglandins.
- * Tell your doctor immediately if you develop a rash while taking this
- medication.
- * Women should notify their doctors immediately if they experience any
- abnormal vaginal bleeding while taking this medication.
- * Women of child-bearing age must use extreme caution not to become
- pregnant while taking misoprostol. This medication may cause miscarriage.
- Miscarriages caused by misoprostol may be incomplete, which could lead to
- potentially dangerous bleeding. ANY WOMAN WHO IS PREGNANT OR PLANS TO BECOME
- PREGNANT SHOULD NOT TAKE MISOPROSTOL. If you are taking misoprostol and
- discover that you are pregnant, stop taking the drug immediately and call your
- doctor.
- * Nursing mothers should not take misoprostol. The body converts it to
- misoprostol acid, which can pass into breast milk and cause diarrhea in the
- nursing infant.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
-