TheEffect of pH on Misoprostol in Induction of Labor

Overview

Misoprostol is a synthetic analogue of the naturally occurring prostaglandin E1. It was initially marketed for the treatment of peptic ulcers due to its mucosal protective and anti-secretory properties, but has commonly been used for the induction of abortion and labour .

Although initially having been established for oral use, misoprostol tablets are commonly used as vaginal suppositories for the previously purposes. Water or saline are frequently used in common practice to moisten the tablets prior to their administration, however, according to the pharmacokinetics of the drug, it should liquefy better in an acidic medium

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