What are complications of misoprostol?
Side effects of misoprostol include:
- diarrhea.
- abdominal pain.
- headache.
- severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)
- anemia.
- abnormal heart beat.
- chest pain.
- gas (flatulence)
What is the most common adverse reaction to misoprostol?
The most commonly reported adverse effects are generally mild and include shivering/chills, diarrhea, abdominal pain, hyperthermia, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, constipation, dyspepsia, headache, breakthrough bleeding, and menstrual irregularity.
How long do misoprostol side effects last?
Other misoprostol side effects: The following side effects are not dangerous and usually only last one to four hours. If any of these side effects make you very uncomfortable, you may treat your symptoms with over-the-counter medicines.
What are the signs of complication after abortion?
Some symptoms can indicate an emergency complication stemming from your abortion. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek emergency medical care: fever. excessively heavy bleeding (as discussed above)…Side effects and complications
- abdominal cramps.
- light vaginal bleeding.
- nausea and vomiting.
- sore breasts.
- fatigue.
Who should not take misoprostol?
You should not use misoprostol if you are allergic to misoprostol or other prostaglandins, or if you are pregnant. To make sure misoprostol is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have: inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or other intestinal problems; heart disease; or.
How bad is the pain after taking misoprostol?
The second pill, misoprostol, causes the uterus to contract and pass out the pregnancy tissue. Some women may experience moderate pain as a result of these uterine contractions.
How do you know if your hemorrhaging after abortion?
Call the office f you soak more than two maxi pads in one hour for two hours, or if you pass large clots or feel dizzy and light-headed—these are signs that you are experiencing excessive blood loss. Uterine cramping is normal after any type of abortion.
When should blood clots stop after abortion?
Bleeding after surgical abortion Expect to bleed like a normal menstrual period, and you may pass small blood clots. Bleeding usually stops after 1-2 weeks, but some women spot until their next period.
Can misoprostol affect future pregnancy?
Conclusion: Misoprostol treatment, for women with first trimester missed abortion and favorable reproductive history, is an acceptable treatment with no detrimental effect on future fertility.