Cytotec
Misoprostol 100mcg and 200mcg tablets, used for gastric and duodenal ulcer, ulcer prophylaxis and medical termination of pregnancy. A prostaglandin E1 analogue.
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Misoprostol
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 100 · 200mcg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Cytotec on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Gastric Ulcer · Duodenal Ulcer · Peptic Ulcer Prophylaxis · Medical Termination of Pregnancy
- Therapeutic class
- Prostaglandin E1 Analogue
- Pharmacological class
- Prostaglandin Analogue
- Known off-label uses
- induction of labour; postpartum haemorrhage
- Contraindications
- pregnancy; hypersensitivity to prostaglandins
- Precautions and warnings
- may cause uterine contractions; monitor for diarrhoea; take with food
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; abdominal pain; nausea; flatulence
- Moderate side effects
- dysmenorrhoea; vaginal bleeding
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset Time
- 30 minutes
- Duration
- 3–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- magnesium-containing antacids
- Age restrictions
- Consult physician for use in minors.
Serious side effects
uterine rupture, requires immediate medical attention; severe dehydration, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Misoprostol 100mcg and 200mcg tablets, used for gastric and duodenal ulcer, ulcer prophylaxis and medical termination of pregnancy. A prostaglandin E1 analogue.
Mechanism of action
Misoprostol is a synthetic prostaglandin E1 analogue. It replaces the protective prostaglandins often depleted by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in the stomach lining, increasing bicarbonate production and reducing acid secretion.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated due to risk of inducing labour or miscarriage. Breastfeeding: Excreted in breast milk.
Cytotec is the Pfizer brand name for misoprostol, a standard medication used for gastric ulcer management, duodenal ulcer treatment, and ulcer prophylaxis. Available as oral tablets in 100mcg and 200mcg strengths, this synthetic prostaglandin analogue assists in maintaining a protective lining in the digestive system. It is often utilised to facilitate recovery from acid related digestive conditions.
Buying Cytotec online
Generic misoprostol, much of it made in India, offers a cost effective alternative to the original brand for long term use.
Do I get the original Cytotec?
No. SGMeds ships a generic with the same active ingredient (misoprostol) at the strength you choose, not the original Cytotec made by Pfizer. We use the brand name so you can find the medicine, and the generic's manufacturer varies with stock.
What is Cytotec for?
Cytotec is used for gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers, peptic ulcer prophylaxis and medical termination of pregnancy.
What is the price of Cytotec in Singapore dollars?
Cytotec comes in 100 and 200mcg strengths, in packs of 10 to 360 tablets. Each option's price is shown on this page in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs work out cheaper per tablet.
Payment and prices →What side effects does Cytotec have?
The most common side effects of misoprostol are diarrhoea, abdominal pain, nausea and flatulence. Less common ones are period pain (dysmenorrhoea) and vaginal bleeding. Serious side effects include uterine rupture and severe dehydration. Get medical help straight away if you notice one of these serious effects.
Which medicines interact with Cytotec?
Misoprostol can interact with magnesium-containing antacids. Before you start Cytotec, tell your doctor or pharmacist about any medicines, supplements or herbal remedies you take.
How fast does Cytotec work?
Cytotec usually starts to work within 30 minutes. Timing differs from person to person.
Do I need a prescription for Cytotec in Singapore?
No. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order Cytotec: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Cytotec to Singapore?
Yes. We deliver to Singapore and Malaysia. Express shipping is tracked and takes up to 1 week, and Regular shipping takes up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Cytotec is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Pfizer and do not ship the original Cytotec.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Misoprostol) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.