Which of the following is a serious side effect of misoprostol (Cytotec)?

a. Spontaneous abortion
b. Cardiac arrhythmias
c. Pulmonary fibrosis
d. Blood dyscrasia


a. Spontaneous abortion
FEEDBACK:
a. Spontaneous abortion is a side effect associated with misoprostol (Cytotec). It is contraindicated in childbearing years because it causes uterine contraction.
b. Cardiac arrhythmia is not a side effect associated with misoprostol (Cytotec). .
c. Pulmonary fibrosis is not a side effect associated with misoprostol (Cytotec). .
d. Blood dyscrasia is not a side effect associated with misoprostol (Cytotec). .

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