Misoprostol

Generic name: misoprostol [ mye-so-PRAH-stole ]
Brand name: Cytotec
Dosage form: oral tablet (100 mcg; 200 mcg)
Drug class:Miscellaneous GI agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jun 30, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is misoprostol?

Misoprostol reduces stomach acid and helps protect the stomach from damage that can be caused by taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, and others.

Misoprostol is used to prevent stomach ulcers during treatment with aspirin or an NSAID.

Misoprostol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Misoprostol can cause birth defects, premature birth, uterine rupture, miscarriage, or incomplete miscarriage and dangerous uterine bleeding. Do not use misoprostol if you are pregnant.

If you are able to become pregnant, you will need to have a negative pregnancy test before starting this treatment. You will also need to use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy during treatment.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use misoprostol if you are allergic to misoprostol or other prostaglandins, or if y...