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Methergine Dosage

Generic name: METHYLERGONOVINE MALEATE 0.2mg
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class: Uterotonic agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 20, 2024.

Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration.

Intramuscularly

1 mL, 0.2 mg, after delivery of the anterior shoulder, after delivery of the placenta, or during the puerperium. May be repeated as required, at intervals of 2-4 hours.

Intravenously

1 mL, 0.2 mg, administered slowly over a period of no less than 60 seconds (See WARNINGS.)

Orally

One tablet, 0.2 mg, 3 or 4 times daily in the puerperium for a maximum of 1 week.

Further information

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