MIFEPRISTONE

Generic Name : MIFEPRISTONE

TradeName : ABO PILL tab ABORTOM kit CEDATE tab ELMIF tab MEFIPIL tab MIFEBORT syr MIFEBORT tab MIFEGEST tab MIFEPRIN tab MIFERIV tab MISTONE tab MTPILL tab RELEZED tab TERMIPIL tab T-PILL + MISO tab UNDO tab UNWANTED tab

Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is prescribed for termination of pregnancy in women who have been less than 49 days pregnancy. It may be used with other medicines. It is a synthetic steroid. It blocks progesterone which is necessary for pregnancy to continue.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications) : Confirmed or suspected fertilized egg has implanted outside the uterus, chronic adrenal failure, concurrent long-term corticosteroid therapy, history of allergy to mifepristone, misoprostol or other prostaglandin, bleeding disorders, liver or kidney impairment; pregnancy and lactation; IUD in place; undiagnosed uterus mass.

When it is to be taken : Oral Termination of pregnancy (49 days or less duration) Adult: 600 mg as a single dose followed 2 days later by 400 mcg of misoprostol as single dose. Oral

How it should be taken : This medication available in the form of tablet to take by mouth with or without food, only under healthcare provider’s supervision. First time 2 tablets, if it is not work

Special Instruction :
*Do not use this if your pregnancy is outside the womb (ectopic pregnancy). It will not cause an abortion in this case. It may cause dizziness. *Do not drives, operate machinery, or do anything while taking this medication. *Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes ; high blood pressure; porphyria (an inherited blood disease that may cause skin or nervous system problems); adrenal failure (problems with your adrenal glands); or heart, kidney, liver, or lung disease inform to your doctor before starting this medication.

Side Effects :
GENITOURINARY:
Excessive vaginal bleeding, uterus infections, uterus bleeding, urinary tract infection.
GI
Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps.
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM
Dizziness, headache, anxiety, unusual tiredness or weakness.
MISCELLANEOUS
Back pain, fever.

Other Precautions :
*Avoid smoking, alcohol consumption.

Storage Conditions :
Normally handled and stored by healthcare providers.