Unwanted Kit Tablet (Mifepristone + Misoprostol) | Used for Medical Termination of Early Pregnancy
Unwanted Kit Tablet contains Mifepristone and Misoprostol, a combination used for medical termination of early intrauterine pregnancy. Mifepristone blocks progesterone activity, while Misoprostol causes uterine contractions that help expel the pregnancy tissue.
Product Overview
Unwanted Kit is a combination of two medicines that work together to end an early intrauterine pregnancy. Mifepristone blocks progesterone, which is necessary for pregnancy to continue. Misoprostol then stimulates uterine contractions, helping the uterus expel the pregnancy tissue.
Key Points
- Contains Mifepristone and Misoprostol
- Mifepristone is an antiprogestin
- Misoprostol is a prostaglandin analogue
- Used for medical termination of early pregnancy
- Mifepristone blocks progesterone activity
- Misoprostol causes uterine contractions
- Vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping are expected effects
- Follow-up is important to confirm completion
Product Information
| Product Information | Details |
| Product Name | Unwanted Kit Tablet |
| Active Ingredients | Mifepristone + Misoprostol |
| Strength | Mifepristone 200 mg + Misoprostol 200 mcg |
| Drug Classes | Antiprogestin + Prostaglandin analogue |
| Dosage Form | Tablet/Kit |
| Route | Oral, according to prescribed regimen |
Main Use | Medical termination of early pregnancy |
How Does Unwanted Kit Work?
Mifepristone blocks the action of progesterone, a hormone needed to maintain pregnancy. This causes changes in the uterine lining and helps stop the pregnancy from continuing.
Misoprostol acts on the uterus and causes contractions. These contractions help the uterus expel the pregnancy tissue. The two medicines therefore work together as part of a medical-abortion regimen.
Precaution
1. Use Only as Prescribed
Use Unwanted Kit only under appropriate medical guidance. The treatment involves specific medicines taken in sequence, so do not change the prescribed regimen yourself.
2. Confirm the Pregnancy Location
An ectopic pregnancy must be ruled out before treatment. Mifepristone and Misoprostol do not effectively terminate an ectopic pregnancy, which can become a serious medical emergency.
3. Confirm the Pregnancy Duration
The appropriate treatment depends on how far the pregnancy has progressed. The product information and applicable clinical guidance should be followed regarding gestational age.
4. Intrauterine Device
Tell your healthcare professional if you have an IUD. For the mifepristone/misoprostol termination regimen, an IUD in place is a contraindication and needs appropriate management before treatment.
5. Bleeding Disorders
Inform your doctor if you have a bleeding disorder. Mifepristone with Misoprostol can cause significant bleeding, and bleeding disorders may increase the risk of complications.
6. Blood-Thinning Medicines
Tell your doctor if you take anticoagulants or other medicines that affect blood clotting. These medicines can increase the risk associated with heavy bleeding.
7. Adrenal Problems
Inform your healthcare professional if you have chronic adrenal failure or another significant adrenal disorder. Mifepristone can interfere with glucocorticoid activity.
Usage
- Take Unwanted Kit only according to the regimen prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional.
- The treatment uses Mifepristone first and Misoprostol afterward according to the prescribed schedule.
- Do not change the interval between the two medicines yourself.
- Follow the instructions provided with the specific product and by your healthcare professional.
- The medicines may cause abdominal cramping and vaginal bleeding after Misoprostol.
- Use sanitary pads initially if advised so that bleeding can be monitored.
- If vomiting occurs soon after taking a medicine, contact your healthcare professional for instructions rather than automatically repeating the dose.
- Attend the recommended follow-up to confirm that the pregnancy has been completely terminated.
Uses
1. Medical Termination of Early Intrauterine Pregnancy
Unwanted Kit is used for medical termination of an early intrauterine pregnancy. The combination works by blocking progesterone activity and causing uterine contractions.
2. Nonsurgical Pregnancy Termination
The combination provides a medication-based alternative to a surgical procedure when medical abortion is appropriate.
3. Expulsion of Pregnancy Tissue
Misoprostol causes uterine contractions that help the uterus expel pregnancy tissue after the action of Mifepristone.
4. Progesterone Blockade During Medical Abortion
Mifepristone blocks progesterone activity, helping stop the pregnancy from continuing.
Side Effects
Common Side Effects
- Vaginal bleeding
- Abdominal cramps
- Uterine contractions
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Headache
Serious Side Effects
Seek urgent medical attention for:
- Very heavy or prolonged vaginal bleeding
- Severe or persistent abdominal pain
- Severe one-sided abdominal or pelvic pain
- Fainting or severe weakness
- Persistent high fever
- Foul-smelling vaginal discharge
- Signs of a serious allergic reaction
FAQs
1. What is Unwanted Kit Tablet used for?
Unwanted Kit contains Mifepristone and Misoprostol and is used for medical termination of an early intrauterine pregnancy under appropriate medical supervision.
2. What does Unwanted Kit contain?
Current product listings identify Unwanted Kit as containing Mifepristone 200 mg and Misoprostol 200 mcg.
3. How does Unwanted Kit work?
Mifepristone blocks progesterone, which is needed to maintain pregnancy. Misoprostol subsequently causes uterine contractions that help expel pregnancy tissue.
4. Is bleeding normal after taking Unwanted Kit?
Yes. Vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping are expected during the treatment process. However, very heavy or prolonged bleeding requires urgent medical assessment.
5. Can Unwanted Kit be used for an ectopic pregnancy?
No. Mifepristone and Misoprostol do not treat ectopic pregnancy. An ectopic pregnancy must be ruled out before treatment.
6. What should I do if I have severe abdominal pain?
Severe or persistent abdominal pain should be evaluated promptly by a healthcare professional, particularly if it is one-sided or associated with fainting or weakness.
7. Is follow-up required after taking Unwanted Kit?
Yes. Follow-up is important to confirm that the pregnancy has been completely terminated and to identify an incomplete termination or other complications.
Interactions
1. Corticosteroid Medicines
Mifepristone can interfere with glucocorticoid activity. Long-term corticosteroid therapy is a contraindication to the specific mifepristone/misoprostol termination regimen.
2. Anticoagulant Medicines
Blood-thinning medicines can increase the risk associated with heavy bleeding. Tell your doctor if you use anticoagulants before treatment.
3. Medicines Affecting Bleeding
Inform your healthcare professional about medicines that affect platelet function or blood clotting so your bleeding risk can be assessed.
4. CYP3A4-Related Medicines
Mifepristone is metabolized through the CYP3A4 pathway. Certain medicines that strongly affect this enzyme may alter mifepristone exposure, so your doctor should review your medication list.
5. Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors
Some medicines can increase mifepristone levels by inhibiting CYP3A4. Tell your doctor about all medicines you take so potential interactions can be evaluated.
6. Strong CYP3A4 Inducers
Certain medicines can increase CYP3A4 activity and potentially reduce mifepristone exposure. Your healthcare professional should review these medicines before treatment.
7. Herbal Medicines
Tell your doctor about herbal products and supplements because some can affect drug-metabolizing enzymes or bleeding risk.
| Manufacturer | : | Mankind Pharma |
| Equivalent Brand | : | Mifeprex |
| Generic Search | : | Mifepristone + Misoprostol |













