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Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's

Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's

About Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's

Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's is prostaglandins belongs to a group of medicines known as ‘Abortifacient’ and ‘Antiulcer agents’. It is primarily used in medical abortion and post-delivery bleeding. It is also used to treat gastric ulcers. Medical abortion is a procedure in which medicine is used to terminate a pregnancy. It is effectively causing abortion if performed in the first 70 days of pregnancy. Vagina bleeding occurs, and if it does not stop, please inform your doctor as it might require medical supervision. A gastric ulcer is a gap in the lining of the stomach decomposed by the acidic digestive juices which are produced by the stomach cells.

Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's is a prostaglandin that increases the womb’s (uterus) contraction and dilates the cervix, thereby expelling the pregnancy. Thus, Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's together cause termination of pregnancy and must be used one after the other for medical abortion. It can also prevent post-delivery bleeding due to poor contraction of the uterus.

Take Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, uterine contractions, and stomach cramp. Most of these side effects of Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor as it may lead to incomplete abortion. Inform your doctor before starting Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's if you have or ever had an allergy to Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's. If you have taken oxytocin, then inform your doctor before using Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's. If you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, inform your doctor because it may cause a miscarriage, premature birth, or birth defects. If you are breastfeeding, then immediately inform your doctor as it may give your baby diarrhea.

 

Uses of Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's

Medical abortion, Gastric ulcers.

Medicinal Benefits

Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's is prostaglandins belongs to a group of medicines known as ‘Abortifacient’ and ‘Antiulcer agents’. It is primarily used in medical abortion and post-delivery bleeding. It is also used to treat gastric ulcers. Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's is a prostaglandin that increases the womb’s (uterus) contraction and dilates the cervix, thereby expelling the pregnancy. Thus, Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's together cause termination of pregnancy and must be used one after the other for medical abortion. It can also prevent post-delivery bleeding due to poor contraction of the uterus.

Directions for Use

Take Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's orally with a glass of water. Always take this Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. You should take Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's with food and at bedtime. Take Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's usually 2 times a day. Treatment will generally last for 4 weeks but may be extended up to 8 weeks.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's

  • Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding)
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Uterine contractions
  • Stomach cramp

Drug Warnings

Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor as it may lead to incomplete abortion. Inform your doctor before starting Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's if you have or ever had an allergy to Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's. If you have taken oxytocin, then inform your doctor before using Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's. If you have heart disease, low or high blood pressure, inflammatory bowel disease then talks to your doctor. If you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, inform your doctor because it may cause a miscarriage, premature birth, or birth defects. If you are breastfeeding, then immediately inform your doctor as it may give your baby diarrhea.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's interacts with medicines induced for labor pain (Dinoprostone), antacid (magaldrate), mineral supplement (magnesium carbonate, magnesium oxide), medicines for constipation (magnesium hydroxide), blood pressure-lowering pills (quinapril).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid grapefruit juice while taking Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Zitotec 200 Tablet 4's should be not given in patients with heart disease, and diarrhea.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DINOPROSTONE
  • MAGALDRATE
  • MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
  • QUINAPRIL
  • MAGNESIUM CARBONATE
  • MAGNESIUM OXIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with body mass index (BMI) 19.5-24.9.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Avoid intake of acid or heartburn triggering foods or drinks like onions, peppermint, chocolate, caffeinated beverages, citrus fruits or juices, tomatoes, and high-fat and spicy foods.
  • Quitting smoking and not drinking alcohol is the best strategy to lower the risk of any complication.
  • Avoid chronic stress and physical exercise like running as it might increase vaginal bleeding.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.
  • Get an ultrasound done to check if the abortion is done completely to avoid any unwanted complications.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

Special Advise

  • Get an ultrasound done to check whether medical abortion is done completely to avoid any unwanted complications.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.
  • Rest for at least 3 hours after taking the medicine

Disease/Condition Glossary

Medical abortion: It is a procedure in which medicine is used to terminate a pregnancy. It is effectively causing abortion if performed in the first 70 days of pregnancy. Vagina bleeding occurs, and if it does not stop, please inform your doctor as it might require medical supervision. Having a medical abortion is a very emotional decision. You should be mentally prepared for all the risks a surgical absorption could lead to, like incomplete abortion, heavy and prolonged bleeding (may last up to 30 days), fever, digestive system discomfort fever. Also, if the medication does not work, it can lead to an unwanted ongoing pregnancy, leading to fetal defects. So, to avoid any complications, keep in regular touch with your doctor and do as advised.

Gastric ulcers: A gap in the lining of the stomach decomposed by the acidic digestive juices which are produced by the stomach cells. Ulcer formation is related to H. pyloridus bacteria in the stomach, anti-inflammatory medicines, and smoking cigarettes.