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Methergin Injection

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Composition FOR Methergin 0.2mg Injection

Methylergometrine(0.2mg)

food interaction for Methergin Injection

alcohol interaction for Methergin Injection

pregnancy interaction for Methergin Injection

lactation interaction for Methergin Injection

food

alcohol

pregnancy

lactation

No interaction found/established

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Methergin Injection. Please consult your doctor.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Methergin Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

UNSAFE

Methergin Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR Methergin 0.2mg Injection

Methylergometrine(0.2mg)

Methergin injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of post-delivery bleeding and induction of labour. It may also be used to control bleeding after an abortion.

How methergin injection works

Methergin Injection is an ergot alkaloid. It works by causing sustained contractions of the smooth muscles of the uterus. This results in compression of the blood vessels which controls bleeding after delivery.

Common side effects of methergin injection

High blood pressure, Headache, Seizure

SUBSTITUTES FOR Methergin Injection

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Expert advice FOR Methergin Injection

Methylergometrine is used for the prevention and control of post-delivery bleeding.
It may also be used for the active management of the third stage of labor, to facilitate the delivery of the placenta.
It is given intravenously (into a vein) or intramuscularly (into the muscle) by a doctor or healthcare provider in a hospital or clinic.
Its dose may be repeated as required at intervals of 2 to 4 hours.
It should be avoided in patients, with high blood pressure, and heart disease.

Content on this page was last updated on 19 September, 2025, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)