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It contains methylergometrine, a drug used to manage and prevent excessive bleeding during childbirth, also known as postpartum haemorrhage. In order to ensure appropriate contraction of the uterine muscles to minimize bleeding, it is also used to treat uterine atony, which is the failure of the uterus to contract after birth.
Patient with Liver disease should use this tablet with caution.
Patient with kidney disease should use this tablet with caution.
Effects Unknown, consult with doctor.
Effects Unknown, consult with doctor.
Not recommended during pregnancy
Can pass in breast milk. so, consult with doctor before initiating this medication.
The mechanism of action of the ergot alkaloid methylergometrine is to directly stimulate contractions of the uterus. Because the uterus contracts more forcefully and regularly as a result of this activity, bleeding is reduced.
Take the missed dose when you remember it. Do not take the missing dose if your next dose is coming shortly. Do not take double doses to make up for it.
The term "postpartum haemorrhage" refers to heavy bleeding after giving birth. This is a dangerous ailment that can arise from a number of causes, such as trauma, retained placenta, or uterine atony. For the protection of the health and safety of mothers, effective treatment and prevention, such as the use of methylergometrine are essential.
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Friday, 14 June, 2024Medscape. Methylergonovine. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://reference.medscape.com/drug/methergine-methylergonovine-343129
Methylergometrine. East Hanover, New Jersey: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation; 2012. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/006035s078lbl.pdf
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