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About Mensovit Forte Tablet

MIFEPRISTONE belongs to the class of medication called 'progestin antagonist' used in combination with Misoprostol to induce a medical abortion. MIFEPRISTONE is primarily used to end an early pregnancy (lasting up to 70 days or less than this) or an unwanted pregnancy with medication help. 

MIFEPRISTONE contains Mifepristone, which works by blocking the effect of progesterone (female hormone), which is needed to sustain a pregnancy. In the absence of progesterone, the lining of the uterus breaks down as it does every month during the menstrual cycle, and the growth of pregnancy is stopped. It takes approximately 24-48 hours for MIFEPRISTONE to show effect. Once it starts acting, you will experience uterine bleeding. But no uterine bleeding does not mean that the abortion is complete. 

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. 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.

MIFEPRISTONE should be taken regularly in dose and duration as advised by the doctor, preferably with food. It would be best to take it at a fixed time every day. It is a tablet and should be taken orally with a glass of water. You may experience nausea, uterine cramps, vomiting, diarrhoea, infection following abortion, dizziness, and uterine bleeding in some cases. Most of these side effects of MIFEPRISTONE subside with time. But if your vaginal bleeding does not, please visit the doctor immediately, and it requires immediate medical attention. 

MIFEPRISTONE should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor as it may lead to incomplete abortion. Inform your doctor before starting MIFEPRISTONE if you have or ever had an ectopic pregnancy (when the fetus grows in the fallopian tube), using an intrauterine device, or you are breastfeeding, any bleeding disorder or heart problem. Do not do strenuous activities like running, heavy exercise, or driving to avoid excessive bleeding. The doctor will also check with ultrasound if the absorption is complete as no bleeding does not mean that abortion is complete.

Uses of Mensovit Forte Tablet

Medical abortion

Medicinal Benefits of Mensovit Forte Tablet

MIFEPRISTONE contains Mifepristone, which is taken in a regimen with Misoprostol to induce medical abortion or terminate a pregnancy before 70 days. It works by blocking the effect of progesterone (female hormone) needed to sustain a pregnancy. In the absence of progesterone, the lining of the uterus breaks down as it does every month during the menstrual cycle, and the growth of pregnancy is stopped. It takes approximately 24-48 hours for MIFEPRISTONE to show effect. 

Directions for Use

MIFEPRISTONE should be taken in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Take MIFEPRISTONE with a meal to avoid stomach upset. Do not chew or crush it, swallow it as a whole.

Side Effects of Mensovit Forte Tablet

You may experience weakness, nausea, uterine cramps, vomiting, diarrhoea, dizziness, infection following abortion, and uterine bleeding in some cases. Most of these side effects of MIFEPRISTONE subside with time. But if your vaginal bleeding does not, please visit the doctor immediately, and it requires immediate medical attention. 

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Women who have an ectopic pregnancy (a pregnancy outside of the uterus, problems with the adrenal glands (the glands near the kidneys), currently taking corticosteroid therapy (medications), has an allergic reaction to mifepristone, misoprostol or similar drugs, has bleeding problems or taking the blood-thinning drug (warfarin, clopidogrel, aspirin, heparin etc.) should not use MIFEPRISTONE and contact doctor. After using MIFEPRISTONE if you start feeling sleepy, do not drive or operate heavy machinery. If you are using an intrauterine device (IUD), please remove it before taking MIFEPRISTONE. Regular follow up with the doctor is required for constant monitoring of abortion. If medical termination does not happen or become unsuccessful, it should be terminated surgically as it can lead to foetal defects. Your doctor will examine by performing ultrasonography to confirm if abortion is complete. St John’s Wort (herbal supplements to treat mild depression), grapefruit juice should not be taken when taking MIFEPRISTONE as it is known to interact. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

MIFEPRISTONE interacts with corticosteroids (dexamethasone), antifungal (ketoconazole, itraconazole), antibiotics (erythromycin, rifampicin),  anti-epileptic (phenytoin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine, tacrolimus, sirolimus), medicines to treat migraine (ergotamine). So, MIFEPRISTONE should not be taken along with these drugs.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

It should be taken with caution in people who have a bleeding problem, confirmed or suspected ectopic pregnancy, heart problem, liver or kidney disease, vaginal bleeding.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Alcohol is known to cause excessive drowsiness if taken along with MIFEPRISTONE and increase uterine bleeding.

PREGNANCY

MIFEPRISTONE is used for medical abortion. If taken in pregnancy, it can lead to abortion.

BREAST FEEDING

MIFEPRISTONE should not be taken if breastfeeding as it may pass through the milk to the baby.

DRIVING

Driving is unsafe when taking MIFEPRISTONE as it might increase the risk of excessive bleeding.

LIVER

MIFEPRISTONE to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

MIFEPRISTONE to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.