Question 1

how long does misoprostol stay in your system?

Accepted Answer

Uterine contraction: It is excreted by the kidneys in about one hour so should be gone from your system in 90 minutes but the effect on tissue may last longer with cramping.

Question 2

yes, if i take cytotec and have any complications to where i need to go to the hospital can i tell them i think i am having a miscarriage or will they be able to detect the drug in my system or the baby if they want to do any testing to figure out the cau

Accepted Answer

Big life decisions: Are you happy when you are lied to? Do keep that in mind if you lie to your doctor or to other people. In the US, we are a free people living in a free society, which means there is no reason to lie about pregnancy or abortion. Plan life so that unexpected pregnancies do not happen. But if they do, a couple can decide with the doctor whether or not to get rid of their baby fetus, but be honest.

Question 3

how much longer will the bleeding continue after i took misoprostol for medical abortion? its been a week and a half now and im still bleeding.

Accepted Answer

Seek Help ASAP: You should seek help immediately. After a procedure like this, bleeding should only last about 2 to 3 days at the most. If you are still bleeding, you should contact the office that did the procedure or seek emergency help, because it may be or become a more serious issue.

Question 4

is there a greater chance of infection the longer the bleeding continues after taking misoprostol for abortion? it's been two weeks and still bleeding

Accepted Answer

Not really unless: You have retained products.  It's more an issue of anemia if it's heavy.I'm sure u have follow up scheduled.

Question 5

playing sports after taking cytotec, (misoprostol) is this okay?

Accepted Answer

Cytotec: Exercise after taking cytotec is fine. The most common side effects are gas, diarrhea, nausea type of issues, but these effects go away after continued use if you get them. You may exercise if you are otherwise able to.

Question 6

is it advicebale to pee after 5 hours of taking cytotec pills?

Accepted Answer

: Since you may eat or drink fluids(but not alcohol) after taking cytotec you should urinate normally when you have the urge. Don't withhold fluids while cramping and uterine bleeding occur.

Question 7

what are the side effects of taking misoprostol for a medical abortion?

Accepted Answer

Cramping: This medication is meant to cause cramping to expell the contents of the uterus.
It can also cause diarrhea, chills, and abdomenal cramping as well. Usually these are mild and disappear quickly.

Question 8

should misoprostol be inserted vaginally after 24hours or 6-8hours after taking the mifepristone?

Accepted Answer

MisoprostolForAborti: Swallow1 pill 200mgm of Mifepristone.Wait 24to48 hours.Then take 4 pills 200mgm each
You do not insert any pill in vagina

Question 9

is it ok to have sex after taking mifeprex and before the cytotec (misoprostol)?

Accepted Answer

Why?: Oral contraceptives or injectable contraceptives are much more reliable at preventing pregnancy than depending on abortifacents to terminate one after you conceive.

Question 10

what happens when u take cytotec (misoprostol)?

Accepted Answer

It can hurt.: Misoprostol is a prostaglandin that stimulates carious smooth muscle organs to contract, including the uterus, bowel, bladder. It can cause transient fever, tachycardia, nausea/vomiting and pain from the colicky contractions it induces. No long-term adverse effects are known. Adequate pain control when taking Cytotec (misoprostol) is certainly advisable in a hospital setting under medical care.

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How much longer will the bleeding continue after i took misoprostol for medical abortion? its been a week and a half now and im still bleeding.

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Is there a greater chance of infection the longer the bleeding continues after taking misoprostol for abortion? it's been two weeks and still bleeding

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Playing sports after taking cytotec, (misoprostol) is this okay?

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Is it advicebale to pee after 5 hours of taking cytotec pills?

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What are the side effects of taking misoprostol for a medical abortion?

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Should misoprostol be inserted vaginally after 24hours or 6-8hours after taking the mifepristone?

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