ST Mom Tablet 200mcg

About ST Mom Tablet 200mcg

ST Mom Tablet Uses

• Induction of labor in pregnant women at or near full term, under hospital supervision.
• Prevention and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage caused by poor uterine contraction after delivery.
• Cervical ripening to prepare the cervix before certain obstetric procedures.
• Medical termination of pregnancy, used together with other prescribed medication under strict medical supervision.
• Prevention of stomach ulcers in patients taking long-term NSAID pain relievers.

ST Mom Tablet Benefits

• Effective at stimulating uterine contractions when labor needs to be medically induced.
• Well studied option for managing postpartum hemorrhage, a leading cause of serious complications after childbirth.
• Can be given by several routes, allowing the route to be matched to the clinical situation.
• Inexpensive and widely available compared to some other prostaglandin based obstetric medicines.
• Also useful for stomach protection in patients who need long-term NSAID therapy.

What Experts Say

ST Mom contains Misoprostol, a synthetic analog of prostaglandin E1. In the uterus, it binds to receptors that trigger muscle contraction and soften the cervix, which is why it plays a central role in labor induction, managing bleeding after delivery, and preparing the cervix before certain procedures. In the stomach, the same activity helps protect the stomach lining.

Because Misoprostol's obstetric effects depend heavily on the stage of pregnancy, the reason for treatment, and the exact dose and route used, ST Mom tablet is only appropriate when dose, timing, and route are determined and supervised by a qualified doctor in a clinical setting. Using it outside this kind of supervision carries a real risk of heavy bleeding, incomplete effect, or uterine rupture.

Misoprostol is absorbed quickly and cleared from the body within a few hours, though its effects on the uterus can continue for longer. It is metabolized in the liver and eliminated mainly through urine. Because of its potent effects on the uterus, ST Mom tablet is classified as a controlled medication in Pakistan and is available only with a prescription.

Drug Class

• Prostaglandin E1 Analog

Packaging and Quantity

• Pack of 10 tablets.

When Not to Use ST Mom

• If you are pregnant and the tablet has not been specifically prescribed by your doctor for that pregnancy.
• If you have a known allergy or hypersensitivity to Misoprostol or other prostaglandins.
• If you have a condition affecting the uterus that makes contractions unsafe, as determined by your doctor.
• If you are breastfeeding, unless your doctor has specifically advised its use.

ST Mom Tablet 200mcg formula

• Misoprostol

Available forms

• Tablets

How to use ST Mom Tablet 200mcg?

• ST Mom tablet should only be used exactly as prescribed by a doctor, since the dose, route, and timing depend entirely on the reason for treatment.
• It should never be taken based on a dose used by someone else or found outside of a doctor's prescription.
• Depending on the indication, the tablet may be taken by mouth or given by another route as directed by a healthcare provider.
• Close monitoring in a clinical setting is standard practice for most of ST Mom tablet's obstetric uses.
• For stomach ulcer prevention, it is generally taken with food to reduce the risk of diarrhea.
• The dose should never be adjusted, repeated, or stopped without first speaking to the prescribing doctor.

Drug Interactions

Misoprostol has a few notable interactions, mostly related to its effect on the stomach and uterus. The following should be noted:

• Magnesium Containing Antacids: These can worsen the diarrhea that Misoprostol commonly causes.
• Other Uterotonic Medicines: Combining Misoprostol with other drugs that stimulate the uterus can increase the risk of excessive contractions.
• NSAIDs: When used for ulcer prevention, Misoprostol is taken alongside the NSAID causing the risk, so both should be reviewed together with a doctor.
• Blood Pressure Medicines: Misoprostol's effect on blood vessels may interact with medicines used to manage blood pressure.

Risks and warnings

• Uterine rupture: Misoprostol can cause excessively strong contractions, which carries a risk of uterine rupture, particularly with a previous cesarean scar.
• Heavy bleeding: Significant blood loss can occur with some obstetric uses and requires prompt medical attention if it does not settle.
• Unsupervised use: ST Mom tablet should never be used without a doctor's direct involvement, since complications may need urgent medical or surgical management.
• Pregnancy outside of prescribed treatment: Misoprostol can end a pregnancy or cause birth defects if taken during a pregnancy it was not prescribed for.
• Breastfeeding: Misoprostol passes into breast milk, so it should only be used while nursing on a doctor's specific advice.
• Kidney and liver disease: Patients with significant impairment should be monitored closely if Misoprostol is prescribed.
• Cardiovascular disease: Patients with existing heart or blood vessel disease should be evaluated before use, given Misoprostol's effects on blood vessels.

ST Mom Tablet Side Effects

Diarrhea and cramping are the most consistently reported effects of Misoprostol, alongside:

• Diarrhea.
• Abdominal cramping.
• Nausea.
• Headache.

Effects that require immediate medical attention include:

• Heavy vaginal bleeding that does not slow down.
• Severe abdominal pain, which may signal a uterine complication.
• Signs of infection such as fever or unusual discharge.

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature, below 30°C.
• Keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.
• Store in the original packaging until ready to use.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
• Do not store in the bathroom or near a kitchen sink.