MIFEPRISTONE 300 MG - ORAL
PHONETIC PRONUNCIATION: (MIF-e-PRIS-tone)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Korlym
GENERIC NAME(S): mifepristone
Uses
USES: This medication is used to control high blood sugar in people who have a certain condition (Cushing's syndrome), and who have failed surgery or cannot have surgery to correct the condition. Cushing's syndrome is caused by the body producing too much of a certain hormone (cortisol) which can cause glucose intolerance or type 2 diabetes. Mifepristone works by blocking the effects of cortisol.
How to use MIFEPRISTONE 300 MG - ORAL
HOW TO USE: Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start taking mifepristone and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth with a meal as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Swallow the tablets whole. Do not crush, chew, or split the tablets. The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Do not stop taking this medicine unless instructed by your doctor. If this medication is stopped, you may need to restart at a lower dose and gradually increase the dose again. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for instructions on restarting your medication if you have not taken it for several days. Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless your doctor or pharmacist says you may do so safely. Grapefruit can increase the chance of side effects with this medicine. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication.
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Faq for MIFEPRISTONE 300 MG - ORAL
Mifepristone 300 mg - oral is used as part of a medication abortion to terminate an early pregnancy up to 70 days gestation. It is also used in combination with other medications to prepare the uterus for surgical abortion or to treat certain conditions such as Cushing's syndrome.
Mifepristone works by blocking the hormone progesterone, which is necessary for the continuation of pregnancy. It also helps to soften and dilate the cervix, making it easier for the pregnancy to be expelled from the uterus.
Common side effects of Mifepristone 300 mg - oral may include vaginal bleeding, abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, fatigue, and diarrhea. These side effects are usually temporary and subside on their own.
Mifepristone 300 mg - oral is usually taken in a healthcare provider's office or clinic under supervision. It is taken orally as a single dose, followed by another medication (misoprostol) taken buccally (between the gum and cheek) or vaginally, within one to two days.
Mifepristone 300 mg - oral is considered safe and effective when taken as prescribed. However, it is important to follow the instructions provided by your healthcare provider and seek medical attention if you experience any severe or persistent side effects.
No, Mifepristone 300 mg - oral is not approved for use as emergency contraception. It is specifically intended for medication abortion or to prepare the uterus for surgical abortion.
Warning
WARNING: Mifepristone may cause a loss of pregnancy. Before starting this medication, women of childbearing age must get a pregnancy test to confirm that they are not pregnant. Women must avoid becoming pregnant while taking this medication and for one month after stopping this medication. Consult your doctor for more details and to discuss using a reliable form of non-hormonal birth control (such as condoms, diaphragm with spermicide). If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away. If this medication is stopped for more than 14 days, women of childbearing age must get another pregnancy test to confirm that they are not pregnant before restarting the medication.
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IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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