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Which types of ulcers is Cytotec (misoprostol) used to treat or prevent?

Name: Which types of ulcers is Cytotec (misoprostol) used to treat or prevent?
Published: 2026-11-08T01:57:51.006Z

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Cytotec (misoprostol) treats duodenal and gastric ulcers, including NSAID-induced ulcers in at-risk arthritic patients continuing NSAID therapy, and prevents NSAID-induced ulcers.

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Cytotec 200mcg TabletsPfizer Limited · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 12Document updated 26 April 2021

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