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Misoprostol (Generic)

A Misoprostol brand by Various — tablet, made in India.

NAFDAC registration

Our July 2026 copy of the NAFDAC Greenbook records the listing Misoprostol 200 mcg Tablet (C4-1588) with status Inactive. Listings can lag renewals — confirm the current status on the official Greenbook before buying.

Misoprostol (Generic) at a glance

Generic name
Misoprostol
Manufacturer
Various
Form
Tablet
Strength
200 mcg
Made in
India
NAFDAC reg. no.
C4-1588

Misoprostol (Generic) price in Nigeria

Online pharmacy listings for Misoprostol products ranged from ₦8,420 to ₦8,420 (median ₦8,420) as of July 2026.

Figures cover Misoprostol products across brands and pack sizes, sampled from licensed Nigerian online pharmacies — indicative only. Track month-by-month movement on the Medicine Price Index.

About Misoprostol

Misoprostol is a synthetic prostaglandin E1 analogue that is listed on the World Health Organisation's List of Essential Medicines for multiple critical indications. It was originally developed and marketed as Cytotec by Pfizer for the prevention of gastric ulcers in patients taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). However, its ability to stimulate uterine contractions and soften the cervix has made it an invaluable medicine in obstetric and gynaecological care. In Nigeria, misoprostol's most important role is in the prevention and treatment of postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) — excessive bleeding after childbirth — which remains one of the leading causes of maternal death in the country. Nigeria accounts for approximately 23% of all global maternal deaths, and haemorrhage is responsible for an estimated 25-30% of these deaths. Misoprostol is a life-saving medicine that, when used correctly and under appropriate medical guidance, has the potential to significantly reduce maternal mortality in Nigeria.

Read the full Misoprostol guide — dosage, side effects, warnings, and all registered brands.

Frequently asked questions

Registration details are shown exactly as recorded in the NAFDAC Greenbook (our copy: July 2026). Listings can lag renewals — always confirm current status on the official Greenbook before acting on it. Content updated July 2026.