Matri Surakchya Chakki

One pack of Matri Surakchya Chakki (Misoprostol) contains three tablets of 200 micro grams Misoprostol B. P. The manufacturer of the product (Isovent 200) is Square Pharmaceuticals Limited, Bangladesh. CRS Company introduced the product through "Sangini Social Franchising Network" of Bardiya district of Nepal on April 20, 2009.

Brief Description on MSC

Product Description

MSC pack is composed of three tablets of Isovent containing 200 mcg of Misoprostol B.P each
Brand name: Matri Surakchya Chakki
Can reduce PPH and maternal mortality in countries where most births occur in the home

Pricing

The MRP of each consumer pack is Rs 33 - set with the objective to provide users with subsidized rates

Advantages

Relatively inexpensive
Easy to store and stable in field conditions
Long shelf life
Easy and fast administration to patient
Relatively safe and effective

Disadvantages

Some side effects
Shivering
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Increased body temperature (pyrexia)
Most side effects disappear without intervention after a short period of time
Takes slightly longer to act than injectable uterotonic drugs

The Expanded Role of Misoprostol

Misoprostol is cheap, safe, stable and easy to use by anyone.
Misoprostol may be given:
- By women giving birth alone (self-administration)
- By birth attendants, with lower and higher skill levels