2006-06-15 00:40:16 · 6 answers · asked by Rakesh R 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) refers to non-surgical methods of terminating a pregnancy. So, instead of using a surgical procedure to terminate a pregnancy, various drugs are used.
There are many drugs and regimens used for MTP. Only 3 of these drugs are routinely used for early terminations, meaning pregnancies up to 9 weeks (63 days). They are Misoprostol, Mifepristone (RU-486) and Methotrexate.
DRUGS USED FOR MEDICAL TERMINATION OF PREGNANCY
1. OXYTOCIN
Oxytocin is a drug that causes uterine contractions and induces labor. High doses of oxytocin are given in small volumes of intravenous fluids.
2. HYPEROSMOTIC SOLUTIONS
Hyperosmotic solutions also induce labor. 20-25% Saline or 30-40% Urea solutions are injected into the amnionic sac (the bag of fluid).
3. PROSTAGLANDINS AND ANALOGUES
Prostaglandins are substances naturally produced in the body. They have many actions, including induction of labor. The drugs in this group can be used vaginally, as a shot, into the amnionic sac (the bag of fluid), and orally (by mouth).
Misoprostol belongs to this group. The brand name in the U.S. is Cytotec and it is used to induce labor and to treat stomach ulcers.
4. ANTIPROGESTERONES
Antiprogesterones are drugs that block the action of the body's hormone progesterone. This hormone is very important for pregnancy.
Mifepristone (RU-486), a pill, is a drug in this group. The brand name in the U.S. is Mifeprex.
The MTP regimen causes the lining of the uterus, together with the implanted egg, to shed.
In addition to the U.S., Mifepristone is also available in Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Ukraine, the UK, etc.
5. PROGESTERONE PRODUCTION BLOCKERS
Progesterone production blockers, as the name implies, block the production of the hormone progesterone. Progesterone is very important for pregnancy.
Epostane, a pill, is an agent in this group.
The usual dose is 200 mg every 6 hours, for 7 days, and you can take it up to 7 weeks (49 days) from the date of your last normal menstrual period.
The rate of successful treatment with epostane is 87% - 90% , and it has a good safety profile.
The main side effects are nausea and vomiting.
The average length of vaginal bleeding with this regimen is 10.7 days. Once the treatment is complete, usually there is no delay in the resumption of normal periods.
6. METHOTREXATE
Methotrexate is a folic acid antagonist, a drug that stops cells from dividing. It comes in the form of a pill, or a shot.
2006-06-15 01:06:32 · answer #1 · answered by tpuahlekcip 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MTP is Medical Termination of Pregnancy. It also called induced abortion. It is the medical way of getting rid of unwanted pregnancy. Any qualified gynecologist (MD/DGO) can perform MTP. Any MBBS Doctor, who has obtained training in MTP, is allowed to perform this procedure. However, MTP should always be performed at a place recognized by government authorities.
Following are the Indications for Medical Termination of Pregnancy
Failure of contraception.
Possible hazards on physical/mental health of the mother.
Pregnancy caused by rape.
Possible hazard to the health of growing fetus.
Medical Termination of Pregnancy is legally permitted up to 20 weeks of gestation. Pregnancy termination performed in first trimester is safer than in second trimester since it has fewer complications. It is illegal to perform MTP after determining sex of the child as Government of India has banned sex determination.
Complications of Medically Terminated Pregnancy
Medical Termination of Pregnancy(MTP) is a procedure that is carried out under anesthesia & increases the risk for the procedure. Patient can have lot of bleeding during & after the procedure. There are high chances of patient having recurrent abortions. Rarely, patient may not conceive again if infection sets in.
2015-11-23 21:41:39 · answer #2 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nobody on YA can possibly know that. In most countries you have to go to a family planning clinic to see about this - not just to a pharmacy.
2016-03-27 04:28:22 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
an abortion. in the US, the only place to legally get the abortion pill is from an abortion clinic, but to stop pain afterwards, loratab or tylenol works best
2006-06-21 19:20:58 · answer #4 · answered by Elizabeth M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the medical term for that is a D.U.I
2006-06-15 02:35:37 · answer #5 · answered by BaByGiRl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont do it...think about adoption.
2006-06-15 00:49:39 · answer #6 · answered by Jenn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋