Cytotec

What is the Cytotec Abortion Pill?

 

Cytotec is a pill used for abortion in pregnancies up to 13 weeks. It is a prostaglandin medication, which means it causes softening and dilation of the cervix and uterine contractions when used during pregnancy. It is produced by the Pfizer pharmaceutical company.

How Does Cytotec Work for Abortions?

Cytotec works by softening and dilating the cervix, and it also causes the uterus to contract. All of these actions help to expel the pregnancy. Typically it will start working within ~1 hour of use, but it can take more.

What is the Cytotec Dosage?

Typically comes in pills of 200mcg, and the recommended dosing varies based on how far along the pregnancy is.

For pregnancies under 9 weeks gestation, the recommended dosage is 2 sets of 800mcg (a total of 1600mcg, or 8 pills).

For pregnancies between 9-13 weeks gestation, the recommended dosage to have available is 3 sets of 800mcg (a total of 2400mcg, or 12 pills).

What is the Cytotec Dosage for under 6 Weeks Pregnant?

For pregnancies 6 weeks or less, the recommended dosage is 2 sets of 800mcg (a total of 1600mcg, or 8 pills). In some cases, it is also recommended to have an extra set of 800mcg (4 pills) on hand for use.

What is the Cytotec Dosage for under 9 Weeks Pregnant?

For pregnancies under 9 weeks gestation, the recommended dosage is 2 sets of 800mcg (a total of 1600mcg, or 8 pills). In some cases, it is also recommended to have an extra set of 800mcg (4 pills) on hand for use.

What is the Cytotec Dosage for 9 to 13 Weeks Pregnant?

For pregnancies between 9 to 13 weeks gestation, the recommended  dosage to have available is 3 sets of 800mcg (a total of 2400mcg, or 12 pills).

How to Take Cytotec

safe2choose recommends using  under the tongue, or sublingually. The best way to do this is to place the  tablets directly under the tongue and let the tablets dissolve there for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, any remaining tablets can be swallowed with water.

3 hours after the first dose (800mcg) of the drug, the next dose should be repeated in the same manner. If a third dose is indicated by the protocol, it should be performed 3 hours after the second dose.

What are the Side Effects of Cytotec

When used for abortion, the intended effects of the drug are to cause abdominal cramping and bleeding. In addition to these effects, it is possible to experience side effects including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fevers, and chills.

Typically these symptoms are limited to 24 hours.

What Do Cytotec Abortion Pills Look Like?

Cytotec 200mcg tablets are small, white, hexagonally shaped pills. They are scored in the center and will have “Searle” and/or “1461” imprinted onto them.

How to Get Cytotec Abortion Pills?

The availability of Cytotec abortion pills is variable depending on geographic location. Cytotec is also indicated for stomach ulcers, so it can sometimes be found over-the-counter without a prescription. If this is the case, the drug is likely to be located near the stomach medications in your local pharmacy. If they are not found there, it is likely that it requires a prescription at the pharmacy. click here