Does Cytotec Have An Affect On The Baby?

Posted on Sat, 4 Apr 2015

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Question : Hi dr.
I am so confused. Some dr. Said that cytotec does not affect the baby because it relies on the woman's contraction. But others says it affects the baby. What exactly this drug does? Affects the baby or on the mother's body?
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Answered by Dr. Mahesh Koregol (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Baby not affected by cytotec

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for your query.

I have read you query and I understand your concerns about cytotec.

Following is my reply:

1) Cytotec is used to for inducing abortion.

2) If Abortion has not occurred with the cytotec and if you wish to continue the pregnancy, you can continue.

3) Pregnancy can continue safely without any effects on the baby if you wish to continue pregnancy.

I hope I answered you query and addressed your concerns.

Let me know if you wish to ask any further questions. I will be glad to help you.

Regards,
Dr. Mahesh Koregol

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar