Methergine
Methergine 0.2MG
What is Methergine?
Methylergonovine maleate is a semi-synthetic ergot alkaloid used primarily to prevent or control postpartum hemorrhage by inducing uterine contractions. It functions as a potent uterotonic agent through its action on smooth muscle cells, particularly those in the uterus. Administered either orally or via injection, methylergonovine is critical for managing uterine atony in the postpartum period.Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Elevated blood pressure
Warnings
- Should not be used during pregnancy prior to delivery.
- Avoid use in patients with hypertension or preeclampsia.
- Contraindicated in patients with coronary artery disease.
- Use with caution in patients with renal or hepatic impairment.
- Concurrent use with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors is not recommended.
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What is Methergine ?
Methylergonovine maleate is a semi-synthetic ergot alkaloid used primarily to prevent or control postpartum hemorrhage by inducing uterine contractions. It functions as a potent uterotonic agent through its action on smooth muscle cells, particularly those in the uterus. Administered either orally or via injection, methylergonovine is critical for managing uterine atony in the postpartum period.- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Elevated blood pressure
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Sweating
- Should not be used during pregnancy prior to delivery.
- Avoid use in patients with hypertension or preeclampsia.
- Contraindicated in patients with coronary artery disease.
- Use with caution in patients with renal or hepatic impairment.
- Concurrent use with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors is not recommended.
- May cause serious cardiovascular events.
- Avoid use in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to ergot alkaloids.
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Methergine 0.2MG
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