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Methylergonovine Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings

Methylergonovine is also known as: Methergine

Overview

Do not use Methylergonovine if you are pregnant. It may cause harm to the fetus. Avoid becoming pregnant while you are taking it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. Methylergonovine is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Methylergonovine, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Methylergonovine Pregnancy Warnings

Methylergonovine has been assigned to pregnancy category C by the FDA. Animal reproductive studies have not been reported. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. Use of methylergonovine is contraindicated during pregnancy because of its uterotonic effects.

Methylergonovine Breastfeeding Warnings

Methylergonovine maleate may be administered orally for a maximum of 1 week postpartum to control uterine bleeding. Recommended dosage is 0.2 mg orally 3 or 4 times daily. At this dosage level a small quantity of drug appears in mothers' milk. The manufacturer recommends that caution be used when administering methylergonovine to nursing women.

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