Brief Answer:
Two phased procedure, better under gynac's care.
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXX,
Thanks for the query.
- Mifiprin kit tab. ( Mifiprin 200mgs.)& is used along with
Misoprostol tablet for medical termination of
pregnancy up to 9 weeks.
Please read the instructions given with the kit.
Before starting ,one must get consultation of a gynecologist/ through examination & investigations done as per need-so as to confirm harmlessness of it's use- for it is contraindicated in certain conditions.( eg:ectopic pregnancy,sevier
anemia, heart problems)
- Procedure-
* Take tab
Mifeprin 200mg orally, to start with the procedure. It will act to block effect of pregnancy hormones, thus arresting fetal growth.
* This is to be followed by Tab Misoprostol after 24 hours- 400mg to 8oomg (depending on the pregnancy gestation/mother's condition. It has to be repeated every 3-12 hourly (the doses & number of repetitions to be judged & advised by your doctor)
Misoprostol can be taken vaginally/orally (as advised)
It induces uterine contractions & expels the products of conception.
*After complete expulsion/ in case of excessive pain or bleeding /after 15 days of starting the pills, it is safe to revisit your gynecologist for confirming
Complete abortion. The visit after one month will confirm regaining normal health.
* Surgical removal is sometimes needed for
incomplete abortion.
* Please do adapt some family planning method as suitable for you/ as advised by your doctor
, for pregnancy should be by choice & not by chance.
** In short mifestine & Misoprostol can be used for a safe /easy termination of pregnancy-provided the procedure is guided by a gynecologist.
I hope the answer has informed you well. Any further query is welcome.
Thanks.
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