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World's First Abortion Pill Gains A New Lease Of Life In Sri Lanka - Sunday Leader

Sunday LeaderWorld's First Abortion Pill Gains A New Lease Of Life In Sri LankaSunday LeaderCommonly known as RU486, combination drugs Mifepristone and Misoprostol though not registered with Sri Lanka's Drug Regulatory Authority were available to ...

Australia jury acquits couple for abortion - The Militant

Australia jury acquits couple for abortionThe MilitantThey decided to use Misoprostol and RU486 at home. They were charged under two archaic abortion-related provisions of Queensland's criminal code, ...and more��

RU 486 Claims the Lives of Two More Women - Worthy News

RU 486 Claims the Lives of Two More WomenWorthy News"Since 2001, there have been eight reported deaths with the use of vaginal misoprostol. However, an 18 year old woman died using the buccal misoprostol ...and more��

Women prefer surgical abortion to pill - NDTV.com

NDTV.comWomen prefer surgical abortion to pillNDTV.comWomen in the medication group took oral mifepristone, and returned to the medical clinic 36 to 48 hours later to receive several doses of misoprostol, ...and more��

Cytotec (misoprostol)

Last updated on: Jan 24, 2007

What Is Misoprostol?

Misoprostol is a drug approved by the FDA to decrease the chance of getting stomach ulcers caused by taking certain arthritis or pain medicines.
Misoprostol also has effects on the womb and cervix.

Who Should Not Take Misoprostol for Labor and Delivery?

Pregnant women who have had a previous C-section or removal of fibroid tumors in the wall of the uterus should not receive misoprostol for softening the cervix or inducing contractions to begin labor.

How is Misoprostol Used?

Misoprostol comes as a tablet. Sometimes the tablets are split, and you will be given only a piece of a tablet. You may be asked to take misoprostol by mouth, or it may be placed in your vagina or rectum.

Is There Anything Else I Need To Know?

There are other drugs to soften the cervix or induce labor or contractions that are approved by the FDA. There also can be similar serious side effects from these drugs. You may need to have your cervix softened or contractions induced for your health or your baby?s health. Talk to your doctor about all your options and what is best for you.

This information is provided by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.
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