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Methylgon 0.2mg Injection

Prescription Required
Storage
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8Β°C). Do not freeze.

Product introduction

Methylgon 0.2mg Injection is a medicine used to control bleeding from the uterus, that may occur after childbirth or an abortion. It works on the smooth muscle of the uterus and increases tone, rate, and amplitude of contractions thus reduces blood loss.

Methylgon 0.2mg Injection induces a rapid and sustained effect on muscles of womb which shortens the third stage of labor and reduces blood loss

Uses of Methylgon Injection

  • Post-delivery bleeding

Benefits of Methylgon Injection

In Post-delivery bleeding

Methylgon 0.2mg Injection helps to control excessive bleeding after giving birth. This helps to prevent severe loss of blood that can lead to dropping of blood pressure, shock and even death if not controlled in time. It helps proper contraction of the uterus and therefore prevents hemorrhage and further complications.

Side effects of Methylgon Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Methylgon

  • High blood pressure
  • Headache
  • Seizure

How to use Methylgon Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Methylgon 0.2mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Methylgon 0.2mg 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.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Methylgon 0.2mg 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.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Methylgon 0.2mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Methylgon 0.2mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Methylgon 0.2mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Methylgon 0.2mg Injection
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Quick tips

  • Methylgon 0.2mg Injection 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Ergolines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Uterotonic and abortificient

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References

  1. MedIndia. Methylergometrine. [Accessed 3 Aprl. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Methylergometrine. East Hanover, New Jersey: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation; 2012. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Prevego Healthcare & Research Private Limited
Address: Satyam Medical, Room No.9, Ground Floor, Laxmi Niwas 4-6, Bora Bazar Street, Fort MUMBAI Mumbai City MH 400001 IN
Country of origin: India

MRP
β‚Ή16.03
Inclusive of all taxes
1.0 ml in 1 vial
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