What is Cytotec used for in pregnancy?

This medication protects your stomach lining by lowering the amount of acid that comes in contact with it. This medication is also used in combination with another drug (mifepristone) to end a pregnancy (abortion).

How long does Cytotec take to soften cervix?

Ripening agents: Several agents (Cytotec, Cervidil) can be used in the hospital or outpatient to help ready the cervix for labor in women whose cervix is long, closed or “unripe.” These “ripening agents” are easily inserted in the vagina or taken by mouth and work for 4-12 hours.

How do you insert Cytotec?

Step 1: Insert four 200-mcg tablets (or their equivalent) deeply into the vagina OR in the mouth under the tongue or in the cheek pouch. If tablets are placed under the tongue or in the cheek pouch, hold in the mouth for 20-30 minutes to allow them to dissolve, and then swallow the remaining fragments.

What does the drug Cytotec do?

Misoprostol reduces stomach acid and helps protect the stomach from damage that can be caused by taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, and others.

Can Cytotec damage the womb?

Cytotec may cause the uterus to tear (uterine rupture) during pregnancy. The risk of uterine rupture increases as your pregnancy advances and if you have had surgery on the uterus, such as a Cesarean delivery. Rupture (tearing) of the uterus can result in severe bleeding, hysterectomy, and/or maternal or fetal death.

Can Cytotec affect my baby?

Cytotec may endanger pregnancy (may cause abortion) and thereby cause harm to the fetus when administered to a pregnant woman. Cytotec may produce uterine contractions, uterine bleeding, and expulsion of the products of conception. Abortions caused by Cytotec may be incomplete.

Can Cytotec open the cervix?

Cytotec is a, oral medication this is commonly used to induce labor in women and works by softening the cervix to allow easier dilation (known as "ripening") and producing contractions. In most cases, Cytotec is a safe and reliable medication that can make labor easier for women when administered correctly.

How far should you insert misoprostol?

The most ideal place is to push the tablets behind the cervix at the top of the vagina. As long as you push them as high in the vagina as you can, they will work. Some women will place all 4 tablets at once. Some women will place them one at a time.

Is Cytotec painful?

The worst worst pain hits you 3/5 hours after taking the pill. Be heavy medicated and prepare for a heavy heavy flow and don't forget to drink water. I took 4 pills of Cytotec after a miscarriage. I experienced very minor cramping and bleeding for less than 24 hours.

What birth defects can Cytotec cause?

Complications associated with Cytotec use include uterine hyperstimulation (tachysystole), maternal hemorrhaging, uterine rupture (1), and placental abruption (2). In the mother, some of these complications may necessitate a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus).

How long should I lay down after inserting misoprostol?

Lie down for 30 minutes after placing the tablets to keep them from falling out. In 24 to 72 hours, place 4 misoprostol tablets inside your cheek (buccally) and allow them to dissolve. 1. Take ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxyn (Aleve) as directed by your doctor before placing the misoprostol tablets.

What is the success rate of misoprostol?

Abstract. Misoprostol and mifepristone have been shown to be effective for medical abortion up to 9 weeks of gestation. When used alone, the successful complete abortion rate dropped to ~60%. It has been demonstrated that by adding water to misoprostol, the success rate rose to 92%.

Can Cytotec damage the baby?

Cytotec may endanger pregnancy (may cause abortion) and thereby cause harm to the fetus when administered to a pregnant woman. Cytotec may produce uterine contractions, uterine bleeding, and expulsion of the products of conception.

When can I go to the bathroom after inserting misoprostol?

If you have taken the misoprostol vaginally please do not sit on the toilet for an hour after administering this medication. If you see the misoprostol in the toilet and it has not fully dissolved after an hour this will have still been effective.

What are signs of an incomplete abortion?

Signs of an Incomplete Abortion

• Bleeding more than expected.
• Bleeding that doesn't get lighter after the first few days.
• Bleeding that lasts more than three weeks.
• Very severe pain or cramps.
• Pain that lasts longer than a few days.
• Discomfort when anything presses on your belly.

Can I take ibuprofen with Cytotec?

Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Cytotec and ibuprofen. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Can I pee after inserting suppository?

The small amount of urine normally left in your urethra will help dissolve the suppository after it is inserted. Remove the delivery device containing the suppository from the foil.

How do you remove a dead fetus?

Surgical management This treatment involves a surgical procedure known as a dilatation and curettage (D&C) which is done under a general anaesthetic. The procedure will remove any pregnancy tissue from your uterus. It is successful in 95 to 100 per cent of cases but there are small surgical risks.

Does Cytotec make you sleepy?

Nervous system/Psychiatric: anxiety, change in appetite, depression, drowsiness, dizziness, thirst, impotence, loss of libido, sweating increase, neuropathy, neurosis, confusion. Musculoskeletal: arthralgia, myalgia, muscle cramps, stiffness, back pain.

Can I go to the toilet after inserting a pessary?

The applicator cannot be flushed down the toilet. Since the pessary dissolves in the vagina, it may be helpful to wear a panty liner because it is quite common to notice a white chalky residue after using the pessary.