Misoprostol Pfizer 200 mcg Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 16 February 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers induced by NSAIDs.
Dosage (summary)
200 mcg twice daily with food, may increase to 800 mcg daily in divided doses.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Elderly
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation due to risk of uterine contractions and potential harm to the fetus.
Key Drug Interactions
- NSAIDs
- Antacids (high doses)
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to misoprostol
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
- Moderate to severe renal impairment
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
Counselling Points
- Take with food to minimize diarrhea
- Avoid magnesium-containing antacids
- Exclude pregnancy before use
Serious warnings
- Teratogenicity
- Uterine contractions
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
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