Methyl Ergometrine

Uses	Uterine bleeding
Therapy	Uterine Stimulant
Side Effects	Nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain

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Molecule Description

Methyl Ergometrine is a uterine stimulant. It is used after childbirth to prevent or stop uterine bleeding. Methyl Ergometrine works by increasing the rate and strength of uterine contractions which helps in controlling bleeding. Take this medicine in the exact dose and for the prescribed duration. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Before using Methyl Ergometrine, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.

Uses

Methyl Ergometrine is used after childbirth to prevent or stop uterine bleeding.

Contraindications

When should one not use Methyl Ergometrine

If you are allergic to methyl ergometrine or any other ingredients of Methyl Ergometrine.
If you have high blood pressure.
If you are pregnant and had high blood pressure, the presence of protein in the urine and swelling of feet, hands or face.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Pain in the stomach
Dizziness

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Components of Methyl Ergometrine are not known to cause harm to the unborn babies. This medicine should not be taken by pregnant women due to uterine contractions caused by this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Components of Methyl Ergometrine are known to pass into the breastmilk and can cause undesirable effects in the breastfed babies. Lactating mother should not breastfeed her baby during the treatment with this medicine and for at least 12 hours after taking the last dose of this medicine. Breastmilk produced during this period should be discarded.

Driving

Taking Methyl Ergometrine can cause dizziness. Avoid driving if you have dizziness after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Consumption of alcohol along with Methyl Ergometrine can increase dizziness. Avoid alcohol consumption if you are taking this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have kidney, liver or heart diseases.
You have diabetes or you are obese.
Your doctor had told you that your blood cholesterol level is high.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Methyl Ergometrine works by increasing the rate and strength of uterine contractions which helps in decreasing bleeding.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Methyl Ergometrine works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
Especially, if you are taking medicines for heart diseases and HIV infection.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of Methyl Ergometrine include nausea, vomiting, pain in the stomach, tingling sensation, numbness, seizures, increase in blood pressure, difficulty in breathing, decrease in body temperature, etc. If you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of Methyl Ergometrine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow your regular dosing schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Methyl Ergometrine can cause decreased milk production and can cause adverse effects in the breastfed babies if taken by a lactating mother. Breastfeeding should be started only if at least 12 hours have passed after taking the last dose of this medicine.

Methyl Ergometrine should not be given to stop uterine bleeding after childbirth if the patient has high blood pressure as it can cause a further rise of blood pressure.

Methyl Ergometrine should not be used to stop menstrual bleeding. It is prescribed by the doctor to prevent or control uterine bleeding occurring after childbirth.

Methyl Ergometrine is used after childbirth to prevent or stop uterine bleeding.

There is limited information available on the effect of Methyl Ergometrine on fertility. Ask your doctor for advice on the same before using Methyl Ergometrine.

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