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HOW Are MTP Pills Used For?

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Posted on Wed, 9 Apr 2014
Question: I want to know about MTP kits pills
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Answered by Dr. Vasudha (4 hours later)
Brief Answer: MTP kit- good option for MTP under expert guidance Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for the query. MTP kit pills are a combination pack of two medicines namely, Mifepristone & Misoprostol. Kit is used to terminate pregnancy 49 to 63 days pregnancy.Pregnancy is confirmed before use of the kit. - Mefepristone 200mg is taken to start; it acts to block progesterone action on embryo, thus arresting growth. -After 24 hours, it is followed by Tab misoprostol (400 micrograms to800 micrograms) It causes uterine contractions to expel the pregnancy. It is inserted in vagina every 3 to 12 hours for 3-5 times, the dose & time adjustment done under a gynecologist's guidance. (Depending on the size of Pregnancy & mother's health.) - After expulsion in case of heavy bleeding/ / 2 weeks of starting treatment a gynecologist's consultation with through check up is a must -to ascertain complete abortion. In case of incomplete expulsion, surgical evacuation may be needed. Use of MTP kit is not allowed in case of- - Allergic reaction to drug, - suspected/ known ectopic pregnancy, -Severe anemia -patient with steroid therapy, - bleeding tendency, heart problem - In pregnancy more than 63 days ** So the point to be noted is, though MTP kit is medical abortion, - * A through physical check up before & after procedure And * To be under expert's Gynecologist's care Is advised if one wants to use MTP kit safely.. I think, the answer has informed you well about MTP kit. Any further query is welcome. Thanks.
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HOW Are MTP Pills Used For?

Brief Answer: MTP kit- good option for MTP under expert guidance Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for the query. MTP kit pills are a combination pack of two medicines namely, Mifepristone & Misoprostol. Kit is used to terminate pregnancy 49 to 63 days pregnancy.Pregnancy is confirmed before use of the kit. - Mefepristone 200mg is taken to start; it acts to block progesterone action on embryo, thus arresting growth. -After 24 hours, it is followed by Tab misoprostol (400 micrograms to800 micrograms) It causes uterine contractions to expel the pregnancy. It is inserted in vagina every 3 to 12 hours for 3-5 times, the dose & time adjustment done under a gynecologist's guidance. (Depending on the size of Pregnancy & mother's health.) - After expulsion in case of heavy bleeding/ / 2 weeks of starting treatment a gynecologist's consultation with through check up is a must -to ascertain complete abortion. In case of incomplete expulsion, surgical evacuation may be needed. Use of MTP kit is not allowed in case of- - Allergic reaction to drug, - suspected/ known ectopic pregnancy, -Severe anemia -patient with steroid therapy, - bleeding tendency, heart problem - In pregnancy more than 63 days ** So the point to be noted is, though MTP kit is medical abortion, - * A through physical check up before & after procedure And * To be under expert's Gynecologist's care Is advised if one wants to use MTP kit safely.. I think, the answer has informed you well about MTP kit. Any further query is welcome. Thanks.