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Misoprostol (Cytotec)

A synthetic analog of natural prostaglandin E1. It produces a dose-related inhibition of gastric acid and pepsin secretion, and enhances mucosal resistance to injury. It is an effective anti-ulcer agent and also has oxytocic properties.
Also Known As:
Cytotec; Apo-Misoprostol; Glefos; Misoprostol, (11alpha,13E)-Isomer; Misoprostol, (11alpha,13E,16R)-Isomer; Misoprostol, (11alpha,13Z)-(+-)-Isomer; Misoprostol, (11alpha.13E,16S)-Isomer; Misoprostol, (11beta,13E)-(+-)-Isomer; Misoprostol, (11beta,13E,16R)-Isomer; Misoprostol, (11beta,13E,16S)-Isomer; Novo-Misoprostol; SC-29333; SC-30249; Apo Misoprostol; Novo Misoprostol; SC 29333; SC 30249; SC29333; SC30249; Prost-13-en-1-oic acid, 11,16-dihydroxy-16-methyl-9-oxo-, methyl ester, (11alpha,13E)-
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Experts

1. Winikoff, Beverly: 50 articles (09/2021 - 05/2004)
2. Durocher, Jill: 18 articles (01/2021 - 09/2005)
3. Blum, Jennifer: 18 articles (01/2020 - 09/2005)
4. Gemzell-Danielsson, Kristina: 15 articles (01/2022 - 09/2003)
5. Winikoff, B: 14 articles (12/2018 - 01/2000)
6. Creinin, Mitchell D: 12 articles (10/2020 - 02/2004)
7. Diop, Ayisha: 12 articles (03/2020 - 06/2009)
8. Gemzell-Danielsson, K: 11 articles (01/2019 - 02/2004)
9. Alfirevic, Z: 11 articles (12/2018 - 01/2000)
10. Kapp, Nathalie: 10 articles (01/2022 - 12/2007)

Related Diseases

1. Duodenal Ulcer (Curling's Ulcer)
2. Ulcer
3. Stomach Ulcer (Gastric Ulcer)
4. Hemorrhage
5. Spontaneous Abortion (Miscarriage)

Related Drugs and Biologics

1. Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Agents (NSAIDs)
2. Mifepristone (RU 486)
3. Oxytocin (Pitocin)
4. Alprostadil (Muse)
5. Omeprazole (Prilosec)
6. Diclofenac (SR 38)
7. Dinoprostone (PGE2)
8. Ranitidine (Zantac)
9. Synthetic Prostaglandins (Prostaglandin Analogues)
10. Prostaglandins

Related Therapies and Procedures

1. Therapeutics
2. Induced Labor
3. Catheters
4. Anesthesia
5. Curettage