Misoprost 25 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Misoprost 25 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Misoprost 25 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Misoprost 25 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Post Delivery Bleeding Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 600 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Misoprost 25 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Misoprost 25 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Headache
Dyspepsia
Chills
पेट की गैस

Misoprost 25 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Misoprost 25 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Misoprost shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Misoprost 25 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Misoprost. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Misoprost 25 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Misoprost has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Misoprost 25 Tablet on the Liver?

Misoprost may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Misoprost 25 Tablet on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Misoprost. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Misoprost 25 Tablet with Other Drugs

Misoprost 25 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Oxytocin

Moderate

Naproxen,Esomeprazole

Magaldrate

Calcium Carbonate

Magnesium hydroxide

Mild

Naproxen

Misoprost 25 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Misoprost 25 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Dehydration
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Misoprost 25 Tablet

Is this Misoprost 25 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Misoprost 25 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Misoprost 25 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Misoprost 25 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Misoprost 25 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Misoprost 25 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Misoprost 25 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Misoprost 25 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Misoprost 25 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Misoprost 25 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Misoprost 25 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Misoprost cause bleeding?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Misoprost causes bleeding this occurs due to the expelling the tissues of the fetus from the uterus. But if you observe that the heavy bleeding is continuing for more than 2 hours or usage of a sanitary napkin is more than 2 pads every hour, then this situation warrants immediate hospitalization to recover from blood loss. In case of incomplete or unsuccessful abortion, you may require surgical procedures. The heavy bleeding can be due to uterine rupture. However, this is a rare situation which occurs only in very few cases.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Misoprost?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Take Misoprost as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause pain?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Misoprost causes abdominal (stomach) pain but it occurs in only a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience abdominal (stomach) pain after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller. Even if the pain does not subside or becomes more severe then in any circumstances do not self-medicate yourself further contact your doctor right away.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Misoprost cause uterine rupture?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Yes, [Medcine] has been reported to cause uterine rupture when given only after the eighth week of pregnancy. This occurs in a few cases only. You are advised to report to your doctor immediately if you are experiencing heavy bleeding after taking Misoprost.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Misoprost cause fever?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Misoprost has been reported to cause fever and chills but this occurs in very few cases who are taking more than the recommended doses. If you are experiencing fever after taking this medicine then try taking antipyretics (drugs that reduces fever, such as paracetamol).