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I took cytotec (misoprostol) 4 different times to terminate an unwanted pregnancy does this affect my ability to be pregnant in the future?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Frederick Friedman answered

No: Successful medical terminations of pregnancy are rarely associated with any long term sequelae.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Marilynn Frederiksen answered

Cytotec (misoprostol): Cytotec (misoprostol) is a prostaglandin medication that causes uterine contractions. It is a short acting drug that is gone from your system in hours. It has no effect on your ability to get pregnant in the future.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

I took cytotec (misoprostol) 4 different times to terminate an unwanted pregnancy does this affect my ability to be pregnant in the future?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Frederick Friedman answered

Dr. Marilynn Frederiksen answered

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