Pph Tablet
Pph 600Mg Tablet is used for medical abortion and treat post delivery bleeding. It is advised to take this medication only after taking medical help. It is used also for preventing stomach ulcers while you are under the medication of certain NSAID drugs; especially if you are at a greater risk or have a family medical history of ulcers. It can also help to decrease your risk of ulcer complications such as bleeding.
This medication works by protecting the lining of the stomach, by lowering the acid amount that comes in contact with it. Pph 600Mg Tablet can also be combined with mifepristone, to be used for abortion. Before being prescribed to Pph 600Mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have conditions like-
Heart disease
Kidney disease
Ulcerative colitis
Crohn’s disease (inflammatory bowel disease)
Pregnant or trying to be pregnant
Breast-feeding mother
Any allergies to medicines or food.
You can take the medication with food. Make sure that you follow your doctor’s prescribed dose and do not stop taking it abruptly. In case you miss a dose, you can take it when you remember it but do not take two doses in a single time. If using it on children, ensure to talk to the paediatrician first as special care may be required.
You must avoid smoking or drinking while you are prescribed to Pph 600Mg Tablet. They can possibly cause more irritation in the stomach, making it susceptible to more damage. Also, do not have the medicine if you are pregnant or plan for pregnancy while taking this medication.
Symptoms of overdose Pph 600Mg Tablet include sedation, tremor, convulsions, dyspnea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, hypotension, bradycardia. Take as directed; continue taking your NSAIDs while taking this medication.
Take with meals or after meals to prevent nausea, diarrhea, and flatulence. Avoid using antacids. You may experience increased menstrual pain, or cramping; request analgesics.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gynaecologist before using this medicine.
Use
The most common use of this medication is:
Duodenal Ulcer
Pph 600Mg Tablet is used to prevent and relieve the symptoms of ulcers caused in the upper parts of the small intestine.
Gastric Ulcer
Pph 600Mg Tablet is used to prevent and relieve the symptoms of ulcers caused in the food pipe and stomach.
Nsaid Induced Ulcers
Pph 600Mg Tablet is used to prevent and treat ulcers caused due to use of non-steroidal pain medications like diclofenac, ibuprofen etc.
Induction Of Labor
Pph 600Mg Tablet is used to induce labor in pregnant women.
Postpartum Bleeding
Pph 600Mg Tablet is also used to prevent and treat bleeding that happens after delivery.
Cervical Ripening
Pph 600Mg Tablet is also used for relaxing and softening the cervix prior to the onset of labor contractions.
Termination Of Pregnancy
Pph 600Mg Tablet is also used to terminate or abort a pregnancy which is less than 49 days. It is used in combination with other medications and requires a doctor’s supervision for the process to happen efficiently.
Side Effects
Below are some of the common side effects of this medicine:
Diarrhoea
Stomach Pain
Vaginal Bleeding
Pelvic Pain And Cramping
Shortness Of Breath
Allergic Skin Reaction
Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet
Disrupted Menstrual Cycle
Dosage
Missed Dose instructions
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.
Overdose instructions
Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of overdose may include sleepiness, diarrhea, severe stomach pain and cramps, fever, decreased pulse etc.
Work
The active constituent of this medication is a prostaglandin E1 analogue and reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach. It further protects the stomach walls by increasing the production of bicarbonates and mucus. It can cause the smooth muscles of the uterus to contract and the cervix to relax.
