Misoprostol

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C22H38O5 · 382.5 g/mol

Cytotec · Mysodelle · Topogyne

What is Misoprostol?

A prostaglandin medicine sold as Cytotec, first used to protect the stomach lining from painkiller damage, and now also widely used in obstetrics. from source

CategoryPrescription medicine

Chemical familyAlcohols Ketones Esters

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Fig. 1 · 2D structure RDKit

SMILESCCCCC(C)(C/C=C/[C@H]1[C@@H](CC(=O)[C@@H]1CCCCCCC(=O)OC)O)O

Where you'll find it

Dispensed on prescription, not sold on a shelf. See the rest of the prescription medicine group.

Toxicity & hazards

DangerToxicHealth hazardH301, H360from source

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Sources & methodology

PubChem CID: 5282381
Wikidata: Q416025
Structure: PubChem → RDKit
Similar molecules: MoleculeFinder fingerprint similarity
Data refreshed: October 19, 2026

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