What is Cytotec and how is it used?

Cytotec is a prescription medicine used as a prophylaxis to prevent NSAID-Induced Ulcers and as pregnancy termination. Cytotec may be used alone or with other medications.

Cytotec belongs to a class of drugs called Gastrointestinal Agents, Other; Prostaglandins, Endocrine.

It is not known if Cytotec is safe and effective in children younger than 8 years of age

What are the possible side effects of Cytotec?

Cytotec may cause serious side effects including:

• severe ongoing stomach discomfort or diarrhea,
• feeling very thirsty or hot,
• unable to urinate,
• heavy sweating, and
• hot and dry skin

Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above.

The most common side effects of Cytotec include:

• diarrhea,
• stomach pain,
• nausea,
• upset stomach,
• gas,
• vaginal bleeding or spotting,
• heavy menstrual flow, and
• menstrual cramps

Tell the doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.

These are not all the possible side effects of Cytotec. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.