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Process Development of Misoprostol

Implementing Organization

Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers
Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT)

About

Misoprostol, sold under the brandname Cytotec among others, is a medication used to start labor, cause an abortion, prevent and treat stomach ulcers, and treat postpartum bleeding due to poor contraction of the uterus.[1] For abortions it is often used with mifepristone or methotrexate. By itself effectiveness for this purpose is between 66% and 90%. It is taken either by mouth, under the tongue, or placed in the vagina.The present work is Synthesis, Scale-up, Purification, Stabilization and Formulation of Misoprostol.

Outcome / Output

Prostaglandin base drug used to prevent gastric ulcers, treat missed miscarriage, induce labor, and induce abortion.
Quick Information
Thrust Areas
Medical Sciences
Focus Area
Misoprostol
Status
completed
Contact
director@iict.res.in
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