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The Brazilian experience with Cytotec

R M Barbosa1, M Arilha

  • 1Maternal and Child Health Division, Institute of Health, São Paulo, Brazil.

Studies in Family Planning
|July 1, 1993
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Misoprostol (Cytotec) sales grew rapidly in Brazil until restricted in 1991. Women value its private, affordable use, while gynecologists note its role in reducing illegal abortion complications.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Public Health
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Misoprostol (Cytotec) approved in Brazil (1986) for ulcers.
  • Off-label use for abortion created controversy due to illegality.
  • Study investigates Cytotec's profile and use in Brazil.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Analyze Cytotec's sales trends.
  • Examine media portrayal of the drug.
  • Understand women's and gynecologists' perspectives on its use, particularly for abortion.

Main Methods:

  • Sales data analysis.
  • Media content analysis.
  • Qualitative research with women and gynecologists.

Main Results:

Keywords:
Abortifacient AgentsAbortion, Drug InducedAbortion, IllegalAbortion, InducedAmericasAttitudeBehaviorBiologyBrazilData CollectionDelivery Of Health CareDeveloping CountriesEconomic FactorsEndocrine SystemFamily PlanningFertility Control, PostconceptionFocus GroupsGastrointestinal EffectsHealthHealth PersonnelInterviewsLatin AmericaLegislationMarketingPerception--womenPhysiciansPhysiologyProstaglandinsProstaglandins, SyntheticPsychological FactorsResearch MethodologySalesSouth America

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  • Rapid sales growth until mid-1991 restriction.
  • Women cited affordability, convenience, and privacy as advantages.
  • Gynecologists welcomed misoprostol and confirmed its impact on reducing illegal abortion complications.

    • Conclusions:

    • Misoprostol (Cytotec) has significant use beyond its approved indication.
    • The drug offers perceived benefits for women seeking abortions.
    • Evidence suggests misoprostol contributes to safer outcomes for illegal abortions.