Cytotec (misoprostol) is a prescription drug used to prevent the formation of ulcers resulting from taking certain medications. This drug can be also used for other purposes and combined with certain medicines if your doctor thinks it is necessary. Avoid getting pregnant when taking this medicine as it can cause premature labor, miscarriage and harm an unborn baby causing certain defects. If you think you may have become pregnant stop taking Cytotec and consult the doctor that prescribed this medicine. In order to benefit from this drug you should take it regularly without skipping doses. In case you are also taking some prescription or over-the-counter medications, especially antacids, aspirin, or arthritis medication report them to your doctor. It’s a good idea to make a list of such drugs to make sure you remember all of them. The symptoms of Cytotec overdose can be different for different people, so if you have accidentally taken too much of this medicine report it to your health care provider as soon as possible.

If you are allergic to any medicines your doctor needs to know about it in advance. When taking this medicine you may experience some of the following mild side effects: stomach pain, upset stomach, gas, diarrhea, headache, constipation and vomiting. More serious symptoms that must be immediately reported to your health care provider include black tarry stools and vomit with blood. In that case seek emergency medical assistance. Take this drug for as long as recommended by your health care provider and do not stop the treatment without previously consulting a qualified professional. If you think this medicine is not working right for you talk to your doctor about an alternative method of treatment or the possibility of your dose being adjusted.