Methergin Tablet 30’S

About Methergin Tablet

Methergin tablet is a medication used to treat uterine bleeding that occurs after childbirth or abortion. It acts on the smooth muscle of the uterus to improve the tone, pace, and amplitude of contractions, thereby minimizing bleeding.

Methergine 0.2 mg tablet: Uses

• It is used to prevent and treat postpartum hemorrhages.
• It may also be used to actively manage the third stage of labor, thereby facilitating placental delivery.

How does this medication work?

Methergin tablet is an ergot alkaloid. It causes continuous contractions of the uterine smooth muscles. This causes compression of the blood vessels, which decreases postpartum bleeding. This helps to prevent extreme blood loss, which can lead to low blood pressure, shock, and even death if not treated promptly.

How to take this medicine? 

Take these pills as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it fully. Don’t chew, crush, or break it. These tablets can be taken with or without meals, but they should be taken at a specific time. Seek emergency medical attention if serious side effects occur. Ensure that the treatment is completed. Do not discontinue the use of this medication without visiting your doctor.

Methylergometrine 0.125 mg: Dosage 

The prescribed drugs should be taken orally with or without food as advised by your doctor, usually three to four times per day for up to one week after the delivery. Your prescribed dosage is determined by the medical condition and reaction to treatment. Always follow your doctor’s instructions when taking methergin pills.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dosage as soon as you recall. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. 

Overdose

Taking multiple medications within 24 hours can have serious effects on your health. If your health deteriorates from overdosing, see your nearest doctor.

Side Effects of Methergin tablets 

Some of the major and minor side effects of methergine 0.2 mg tablet: 

• Headaches and dizziness.
• Stomach ache.
• Chest discomfort.
• A rise in blood pressure
• Change in skin color
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Skin rash and sweating
• Difficulty breathing

When not to use this medicine?

• Hypertension: This medication is not suggested for people with hypertension (high blood pressure) due to an increased risk of the patient’s condition worsening.
• Allergy: If you are allergic to methylergometrine 0.125 mg or any of the other inactive substances in the formulation, you should not take this drug.
• Preeclampsia: This medication is not suggested for patients suffering from preeclampsia, a condition characterized by high blood pressure, excess protein albumin in the urine, and swelling of the hands, feet, and face.

Methergine 0.2 mg tablet: Precautions and Warnings

You should know all the precautions and warnings and consult with your doctor before taking this medicine. 

• Use in Children: This medicine is not advised for use in children and adolescents since its safety and efficacy have not been clinically demonstrated.
• Pregnancy: It is not advisable to use this medicine if you’re pregnant. 
• Breast-feeding: Methergin tablets should not be used by breastfeeding mothers unless absolutely required. 
• Cardiovascular diseases: Due to the increased risk of worsening the patient’s condition, this medication is not indicated for use in individuals with a history of coronary heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, or hypertension.

How to store this medicine? 

Keep it out of children’s reach. Store it in a refrigerator between 2 and 8°C.

FAQs

Who should not take Methergin tablets?

Individuals with a history of high blood pressure, heart disease, liver illness, kidney disease, or seizures should avoid taking these pills. Pregnant women should avoid taking it because it can trigger uterine contractions.

Can methergin pills be used while breastfeeding?

These pills can enter breast milk and endanger a nursing newborn. It is recommended that you wait at least 12 hours after taking the tablets before breastfeeding.

Can these tablets be provided to people with heart disease?

Patients with risk factors for coronary artery disease who receive these pills are more likely to experience heart blockage, which can lead to serious problems.