Means for abortion 'Mifepristone' - instruction for acquaintance

In the market of drugs, there are more and more drugs for the artificial termination of unwanted pregnancies. Some medicines allow women to get rid of an unplanned pregnancy without surgery. We will consider one of them - Mifepriston. Instructions for use, the possible indications and contraindications for this drug will be described in this article. The drug should be taken under medical supervision. It is not necessary to proceed to reception, relying only on the information of this publication.

What is Mifepristone?

Instruction for the use of the drug reports that this is an antiprogestronic drug for the interruption of unwanted pregnancies in early periods with the help of tablets. Before using the medication, a compulsory medical consultation is necessary, otherwise severe consequences may occur.

Tablets "Mifepristone" have a light yellow color or light yellow color with a slightly greenish tinge. They contain 200 mg of mifepristone, as well as lactose, potato starch, microcrystalline cellulose and other substances. You can specify the composition of the pharmacist when buying a medicine or a doctor. The product is manufactured in cardboard packs of 3 or 6 pieces, in contour boxes or polymer jars.

Method of using Mifepristone

Instructions for use recommend taking Mifepristone once in 600 mg, with the attending physician present. After admission, it is necessary to stay in a medical institution for two hours, where qualified medical personnel should be present. After 1.5-2 days, an ultrasound examination should be performed, after 1-2 weeks it is repeated. In the event that Mifepristone did not work, a medical abortion (vacuum) is performed.

Indications for taking medication

Accept "Mifepristone" during pregnancy for up to 9 weeks or 63 days of amenorrhea. It is necessary to combine this drug with prostaglandin analogues (synthetic). It is also used in pregnancy:

• Up to 12 weeks for conservative expansion of the cervix;
• From 13 to 22 weeks - for abortion related to medical, as well as social indications;
• In the 2nd and 3rd trimesters, in connection with the intrauterine death of the fetus.

All of the above indications are determined strictly by the doctor, and the reception is carried out under medical supervision. Self-treatment is prohibited!

Contraindications to Mifepristone

The instruction for use states that the drug "Mifepristone" can not be taken with high sensitivity to the components of this drug, uterine myoma, ectopic pregnancy, adrenal, hepatic or renal failure, vaginal diseases (inflammatory), prolonged corticosteroid treatment, hemostasis, anemia, bronchial asthma , Scars on the uterus, women over the age of 35. Smoking women are prohibited from taking Mifepristone. If pregnancy is more than 63 days (if it is not prescribed by the attending physician), the drug is prohibited. The use of the drug "Mifepristone" is possible only according to the doctor's prescription, which will reveal all contraindications, risks and side effects.

Side effects of Mifepriston

When taking Mifepristone, there may be consequences such as: uterine bleeding (abundant); Discomfort or pain in the lower abdomen (aching); Headaches, dizziness and weakness; Vomiting or nausea; Indigestion or constipation; Increased body temperature; Such allergic reactions as a rash or hives; Infection of the urinary tract or uterus. Considering all side effects, it is necessary to observe the doctor.