How do I use Cytotec misoprostol and Pfizer?
How do I use Cytotec misoprostol and Pfizer?
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended adult oral dose of Cytotec for reducing the risk of NSAID-induced gastric ulcers is 200 mcg four times daily with food. If this dose cannot be tolerated, a dose of 100 mcg can be used. (See Clinical Pharmacology: Clinical studies.)
How many rounds of Cytotec will induce labor?
Cervical Ripening and Labor Induction Agents: Dose and Cost Comparison
Agent | Initial dose | Dosage interval |
---|---|---|
Oxytocin (Pitocin) | 1 to 6 mU per minute | 20 to 40 minutes |
Dinoprostone gel (Prepidil) | 0.5 mg | 6 hours |
Dinoprostone insert (Cervidil) | 10 mg | Once |
Misoprostol (Cytotec) | 25 to 50 μg | 4 to 6 hours |
How many pills of Cytotec do you take?
The usual dosage of CYTOTEC is one tablet two, three or four times a day. CYTOTEC is best taken with food. Do not take CYTOTEC on an empty stomach. Follow your doctor’s instructions exactly, on how much CYTOTEC to take, and for how long to take it.
How long does Cytotec take to work after insertion?
Bleeding usually starts between 30 minutes to four hours after you place the misoprostol in your vagina. However, it can take up to 24 hours for some patients. Heavy bleeding and strong cramps usually last between one and four hours.
How long does it take for misoprostol to dissolve vaginally?
Lie down for about 30 minutes after you insert the misoprostol tablets to allow the tablets to dissolve.
Can Cytotec harm 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.
What happens after taking Cytotec?
For most people, the cramping and bleeding usually starts 1-4 hours after taking the misoprostol. It’s normal to see large blood clots (up to the size of a lemon) or clumps of tissue when this is happening. It’s kind of like having a really heavy, crampy period, and the process is very similar to an early miscarriage.