Cytotec - Page 2

[OliveGirl]

What's the difference between cytotec and cervadil/misoprostal? I know I was induced with the latter, and it it's not something I would submit to ever again. Anyhow, I thought they were all the same, but perhaps I'm wrong?

[mwherbs]

Originally Posted by OliveGirl

What's the difference between cytotec and cervadil/misoprostal? I know I was induced with the latter, and it it's not something I would submit to ever again. Anyhow, I thought they were all the same, but perhaps I'm wrong?

cytotec and misoprostol are the same thing. It is a synthetic prostaglandin E1 analog it has equal amounts of 2 diastereomers it's intended use is to prevent ulcers or damage to the stomach lining via NASIDs. acts on smooth muscles- this is why it causes uterine contractions when used to induce labor it is an "off label" unapproved use

cervadil is dinoprostone, prostaglandin E2 (Prostin E2, Prepidil)- this is a synthetic preparation of a naturally occurring prostaglandin- studied and FDA approved for cervical ripening it comes as a vaginal incert with a tail that can be grabbed and removed used mainly for cervical ripening by stimulating local receptors also acts on smooth muscles

[OliveGirl]

Okay, I was induced with misoprostal, which I see is the same as cervadil, not cytotec.

[2+twins]

Originally Posted by OliveGirl

Okay, I was induced with misoprostal, which I see is the same as cervadil, not cytotec.

No, Cytotec *is* the same thing as misoprostal. Here's a really good article about Cytotec induction:

http://www.midwiferytoday.com/articles/cytotec.asp

[OliveGirl]

Doh, that's what I meant to say!

[helene.p]

I believe that semen can also help to ripen the cervix .... it's the natural ripening agent.

have lots of sex!