Herwont Kit
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Introduction of Herwont Kit
Herwont Kit is a combination of two medicines, which is used for medical abortion (terminating a pregnancy). This medicine blocks the action of progesterone, a female hormone required to maintain pregnancy and induce contractions in the uterus, which further helps in abortion.
Herwont Kit is a combination of two medicines: Herwont Kit1 and Herwont Kit2.
Herwont Kit is a combination of two medicines: Herwont Kit1 and Herwont Kit2.
Uses of Herwont Kit
Benefits of Herwont Kit
In Medical abortion
Herwont Kit is used to cause an abortion during the early part of a pregnancy. It is used up to week 10 of pregnancy (up to 70 days after the first day of your last menstrual period). This medicine effectively blocks the natural female hormone, called progesterone, that is needed for your pregnancy to continue. Please use it only as advised by the doctor.
Side effects of Herwont Kit
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Herwont
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach cramp
- Uterine contractions
- Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding)
How to use Herwont Kit
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Herwont Kit is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Herwont Kit.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Herwont Kit is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Herwont Kit is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Herwont Kit may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Herwont Kit in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Herwont Kit is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Herwont Kit may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Herwont Kit?
If you miss a dose of Herwont Kit, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Herwont Kit
- Herwont Kit helps terminate a pregnancy.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- It does not affect fertility. Use contraception to avoid pregnancy.
- For pregnancy termination:
- Take it no later than 63 days after the first day of your last menstrual period.
- Take Misoprostol 36 – 48 hours after taking Mifepristone.
- Rest for at least 3 hours after taking the Misoprostol.
- Take it only as prescribed by the doctor. Miscarriages, if incomplete, may result in serious medical complications leading to hospitalization, surgery and possible infertility.
- Vaginal bleeding lasting for approximately 12 days may occur after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if excessive bleeding occurs or if you suffer from severe abdominal pain.
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FAQs
Herwont Kit
What is Herwont Kit and what is it used for?
Herwont Kit contains two medicines, Mifepristone, and Misoprostol. Herwont Kit is used for medical termination of pregnancy. It is only used to terminate a pregnancy which should not be more than 63 days old, counting from the first day of the last menstrual period.
How and in what dose should I take Herwont Kit?
Herwont Kit should only be taken as per the advice of the doctor. The course is started with Mifepristone. Misoprostol is advised after 36-48 hours of taking Mifepristone. However, Misoprostol should only be taken under the supervision of a gynecologist, at a clinic or hospital setting.
What should I expect after completing my course of Herwont Kit?
After taking Mifepristone, you may or may not experience vaginal bleeding. However, you may experience abdominal cramping, diarrhea, stomach pain, and nausea immediately after taking Misoprostol. You may also have vaginal bleeding within 4 hours of taking Misoprostol. You may also be asked to stay at the clinic or healthcare center for at least 3 hours after taking this medicine. After 14 days of taking Mifepristone (pill you took before Misoprostol), your gynecologist may run some blood tests or perform ultrasonography to confirm whether pregnancy has been terminated or not.
Can Herwont Kit affect my future chances of getting pregnant?
No, studies have shown that this medicine does not impair the fertility of the women. Your future chances of getting pregnant are as equal as those who have not taken this medicine.
What are the common side effects of taking Herwont Kit?
The common side effects of using Herwont Kit are abdominal pain, abdominal cramping, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, uterine contractions, pelvic pain, and shivering. If you experience a very heavy vaginal bleeding or if any of these side effects bother you please consult with your gynecologist.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- CiplaMed. Mifepristone + Misoprostol [Prescribing Information]; 2013. [Accessed 06 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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