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misoprostol · Medicine question

Which side effects are classed as very common with Cytotec (misoprostol)?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Diarrhoea and rash are classed as very common side effects of Cytotec (misoprostol).

Sources for this answer

Cytotec 200mcg TabletsPfizer Limited · emc · SmPC §4.8 Undesirable effects · Version 12Document updated 26 April 2021

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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