Misoprostol
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Women's Health & Hormones treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Administration route depends strictly on obstetric/gynecological indication: For PPH prophylaxis/treatment: 400 to 800 mcg sublingually or rectally as directed by institutional protocols. For medical abortion: 800 mcg buccally or sublingually 24-48 hours post-mifepristone. For cervical ripening/labor induction: low titrated doses (25 mcg vaginally or 25 mcg orally every 2-4 hours) under continuous fetal cardiotocography (CTG) monitoring. Swallow with water if used orally for GI protection.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Abdominal pain, transient shivering/chills, hyperthermia (fever), nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and flatulence. Rare/Severe: Uterine hyperstimulation/tachysystole, uterine rupture (especially with prior cesarean scar), severe fetal distress, and anaphylactoid shock.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Black Box Warning: Uterine rupture risk when used for labor induction in women with prior cesarean delivery or major uterine surgery. Contraindicated during pregnancy unless indicated for termination or labor induction at term. Monitor maternal vital signs and uterine tone.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Misoprostol
Found 2 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Misoprostol Tablets 200 mcg
Misoprostol Tablets IP 200 mcg is a synthetic prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) analogue on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It binds to myometrial prostanoid EP receptors, producing strong rhythmic uterine contractions and enzymatic cervical softening/effacement; it also inhibits gastric acid secretion and protects mucosal lining. Indicated for prevention and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), cervical ripening and labor induction, medical termination of pregnancy (in combination with mifepristone), and prevention of NSAID-induced peptic ulcers.
Combipack of Mifepristone Tablets 200mg (1 Tablet) & Misoprostol Tablets 200mcg (4 Tablets)
Combipack of Mifepristone 200mg (1 Tablet) & Misoprostol 200mcg (4 Tablets) is a sequential antiprogestogenic and prostaglandin regimen approved under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act for the medical termination of intrauterine pregnancy up to 63 days (9 weeks) of gestation. Mifepristone blocks uterine progesterone receptors, terminating fetal viability and sensitizing the myometrium, followed by Misoprostol which stimulates strong myometrial contractions and cervical dilation to expel gestational products.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Misoprostol.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misoprostol Tablets 200 mcg | 4's | ₹18.75 | Zitotec, L Pill | ₹63.65 | 71% Save |
| Combipack of Mifepristone Tablets 200mg (1 Tablet) & Misoprostol Tablets 200mcg (4 Tablets) | 1's | ₹69.38 | MTP | ₹89.82 | 23% Save |
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