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MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET

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Product introduction

MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET is an anti-progestational steroid class of drug used for medical termination of pregnancy. It works by blocking the action of progesterone, an essential hormone for the development of pregnancy.

MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET is given alone or in combination with some other medicine to attain the maximum benefit. It should be taken with food or as your doctor's advice. It should be taken orally, by swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. If you experience vomiting within 45 minutes of tablet intake, inform your doctor or take another tablet. The medicine may take 24- 48 hours to show its action and you experience bleeding.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, uterine cramps, diarrhea, infection following abortion, and uterine bleeding. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. If you experience heavy vaginal bleeding or abdominal pain on taking this medicine, you should inform your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had an ectopic pregnancy, or you are breastfeeding or using an intrauterine device. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must avoid strenuous activity like heavy exercise, running, and driving while abortion as it can affect the bleeding. Your doctor may perform an ultrasound or pelvic examination to check for abortion completion.

Uses of Mifegest Tablet

Benefits of Mifegest Tablet

In Medical abortion

MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET is used to cause an abortion during the early part of a pregnancy. It is used up to week 10 of pregnancy (up to 70 days after the first day of your last menstrual period). This medicine effectively blocks the natural female hormone, called progesterone, that is needed for your pregnancy to continue. Please use it only as advised by the doctor.

Side effects of Mifegest Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mifegest

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Uterine cramps
  • Diarrhea
  • Infection following abortion
  • Uterine bleeding

How to use Mifegest Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET is to be taken with food.

How Mifegest Tablet works

MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET blocks the effects of progesterone, a natural female hormone which is needed for the pregnancy to sustain. Without this hormone, the lining of the uterus (womb) breaks down as it does during a menstrual period and stops the growth of the pregnancy.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Mifegest Tablet?

If you miss a dose of MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET, please consult your doctor.\n

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET helps in medical termination of pregnancy.
  • If you vomit within 45 minutes of taking the tablet, talk to your doctor immediately. You will need to take another tablet.
  • Take it only as prescribed by the doctor. Miscarriages, if incomplete, may result in serious medical complications leading to hospitalization, surgery and possible infertility.
  • Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • It does not affect fertility. Use contraception to avoid pregnancy.
  • Take it no later than 63 days after the first day of your last menstrual period.
  • Vaginal bleeding may or may not occur after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if excessive bleeding occurs or if you suffer from severe abdominal pain.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Oxosteroid
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Anti-progesterone

Interaction with drugs

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Patient concerns

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I was taken mifegest tab then b I was pregnant so i am teken mifegest tablet for abortion also abortion is done but bleeding is not stopping something one week heppend so dr. What medicine i take for stopping bleedind pls dr.help me Dr. Also abdominal pain today occur
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Go for ultrasound and see if anything left inside
I want to abort my baby the reason is I already have a kid and she's only 11 months old war side effects will I have by taking mifegest tablet and cytolog tablet can I conceive again ? Is thr any1 available to answer my question ????
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Go to gynaecologist for check up and ultrasound
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FAQs

Q. What is MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET and what it is used for?

MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET contains a medicine called Mifepristone. It helps in medical termination of the pregnancy. It works by blocking the effect of progesterone (a female sex hormone) which is required for maintenance of pregnancy. It is only used to terminate a pregnancy which should not be more than 63 days old, counting from the first day of the last menstrual period.

Q. How and in what dose should I use MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET?

MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET can be taken orally with a glass of water. It should be taken under the supervision of a doctor.

Q. What should I expect after taking MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET?

You may or may not experience vaginal bleeding or spotting after taking this medicine. After 48 hours of taking MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET, your doctor shall examine you and may prescribe you another medicine (Misoprostol) for complete termination of pregnancy. After 14 days of taking MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET, your gynaecologist may run some blood tests or perform ultrasonography to confirm whether the pregnancy has been terminated or not.

Q. Can MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET affect my future chances of getting pregnant?

No, studies have shown that this medicine does not impair the fertility of the women. Your future chances of getting pregnant are as equal as of those who have not taken this medicine.

Q. What are the common side effects of taking MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET?

Vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping are the most common side effects of using MIFEGEST 200 MG TABLET. The other common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience a very heavy vaginal bleeding or if any of these side effects bother you please consult with your gynaecologist.

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