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It is a medicine given to prevent ulcers in the stomach and duodenum. The preparation is administered simultaneously with drugs from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in the treatment and prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers as well as hemorrhagic lesions and erosions caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It is a prescription drug.
Cytotec – action
The drug Cytotec accelerates the healing of peptic ulcers and the relief of their symptoms. It protects the gastric and duodenal mucosa by inhibiting the basal, stimulated and nocturnal secretion of hydrochloric acid and reducing the volume and proteolytic activity of gastric juice, as well as by increasing the secretion of bicarbonates and mucus. For more information on how it works, see the package leaflet.
Cytotec – dosage
The preparation is intended for adults. The safety and efficacy of the drug in patients under 18 years of age have not been established. The drug is taken orally. The dose and frequency of intake is determined by the doctor. The tablets should be taken with meals. When used as recommended, the drug does not affect psychophysical fitness and the ability to drive or operate machinery.
Cytotec – precautions
Do not use the drug in case of hypersensitivity to the active substance, other prostaglandins or any of the excipients. Do not use in pregnant women and in women planning to become pregnant. The drug should not be used in premenopausal women. It is recommended that in these patients the drug should only be used if the patient: is using effective contraception and has been informed about the risks of taking this medicine during pregnancy.
The drug should be used with caution in conditions such as cerebral vascular disease, ischemic heart disease or severe peripheral vascular disease, including hypertension, where hypotension may contribute to severe complications. Patients predisposed to diarrhea (e.g. in inflammatory bowel diseases) should take the drug with food and avoid antacids. The drug must be used with caution in patients for whom dehydration may be dangerous.
Cytotec – side effects
Very often: diarrhea, rash.
Often: dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, constipation, indigestion, flatulence, nausea, vomiting.
Not so often: vaginal bleeding (including bleeding in postmenopausal women), bleeding between periods, menstrual disorders, uterine contractions, fever.
Rarely: menorrhagia, dysmenorrhea.
Not known: anaphylactic reactions, amniotic fluid embolism, abnormal uterine contractions, fetal death, incomplete miscarriage, preterm labor, placenta arrested, uterine rupture, uterine perforation, uterine haemorrhage, birth defects, chills.
| Name of the drug / preparation | Cytotec lek |
| Wstęp | It is a medicine given to prevent ulcers in the stomach and duodenum. The preparation is administered simultaneously with drugs from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in the treatment and prevention of gastric and duodenal ulcers as well as hemorrhagic lesions and erosions caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs |
| Manufacturer | Pfizer |
| Form, dose, packaging | Aluminum foil blisters in cardboard boxes containing 30 or 50 tablets |
| Availability category | No prescription |
| The active substance | misoprostol |
| Indication | Stomach ulcers, duodenal lesions |
| Dosage | 400-800 micrograms daily |
| Contraindications to use | Hypersensitivity to the active substance, other prostaglandins or any of the excipients. Do not use in pregnant women and in women planning to become pregnant. |
| Warnings | None |
| Interactions | None |
| Side effects | Very common: diarrhea, rash. Common: dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, constipation, dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea, vomiting. Uncommon: vaginal bleeding (including bleeding in postmenopausal women), breakthrough bleeding, menstrual disorders, uterine contractions, pyrexia. Rare: menorrhagia, dysmenorrhea. Not known: anaphylactic reactions, amniotic fluid embolism, abnormal uterine contractions, fetal death, incomplete miscarriage, preterm labor, placenta arrested, uterine rupture, perforation of the uterus, uterine haemorrhage, birth defects, chills. |
| Other (if any) | x |