Meprostol 200mcg Capsule

Gain a clear understanding of Meprostol 200mcg Capsule, a product by Merlyn Biotech formulated with the salt combination Misoprostol (200mcg). This medication is commonly used for Medical abortion,Post-delivery bleeding. Continue reading to explore comprehensive details about its application and other essential information to help you make informed decisions regarding your health needs.

MRP: ₹
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Salt Combination: Misoprostol (200mcg)
Brand: Merlyn Biotech
Uses: Medical abortion,Post-delivery bleeding

Description

Meprostol 200mcg Capsule is a medicine used for medical abortion (terminating a pregnancy)
It is also used for preventing excessive bleeding after delivery
This medicine acts on the uterus and increases its contraction
Meprostol 200mcg Capsule 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 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.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had an ectopic pregnancy, or you are breastfeeding or using an intrauterine device
Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works
You must avoid strenuous activity like heavy exercise, running, and driving while abortion as it can affect the bleeding
Your doctor may perform an ultrasound or pelvic examination to check for abortion completion.

Cautions

Liver:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Meprostol 200mcg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Meprostol 200mcg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Meprostol 200mcg Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Meprostol 200mcg Capsule is recommended.^However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. This medicine may be started with a low dose and then increased with caution by your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Meprostol 200mcg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	CAUTION: Meprostol 200mcg Capsule should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Pregnency:	UNSAFE: Meprostol 200mcg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Alcohol:	CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Meprostol 200mcg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) Analogues- Obstetrics
Therapeutic class:	GYNAECOLOGICAL
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Prostaglandin Aanalogue

Uses of Meprostol 200mcg Capsule

Medical abortion Post-delivery bleeding

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Meprostol 200mcg Capsule, it is likely that the termination will not be fully effective. Talk to your doctor if you forget to take Meprostol 200mcg Capsule.

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