Misoprostol

Category: pharmacological

Aliases: Cytotec

Pharmacological Mechanism

Synthetic prostaglandin E1 analog. Multiple uses: gastric mucosal protection (NSAID-induced ulcer prevention), labor induction, postpartum hemorrhage management, medical abortion (with mifepristone), missed miscarriage management.

Half-Life (t½)

PO: 0.5h

Dosing Guidelines

• PO: Typical 200mcg (Range: 100 - 800 mcg)

Target Organ Systems

• digestive