Methylergometrine (0.125mg)
Methergot 0.125mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, increase in blood pressure and seizure. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, alcohol should be avoided while taking this medicine.Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had heart disease or you have high blood pressure. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
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 themCommon side effects of Methergot
10 tablets
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Methergot 0.125mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Methergot 0.125mg Tablet is an ergot alkaloid. It works by causing sustained contractions of the smooth muscles of the uterus. This results in compression of the blood vessels which controls bleeding after delivery.
Related Warnings
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Methergot 0.125mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Methergot 0.125mg Tablet 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.
Methergot 0.125mg Tablet 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.
It is not known whether Methergot 0.125mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
There is limited information available on the use of Methergot 0.125mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Methergot 0.125mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Take Methergot 0.125mg Tablet orally with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually 3 to 4 times daily for up to 1 week after delivery. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Always follow your doctor's advice while taking Methergot 0.125mg Tablet.
Methergot 0.125mg Tablet should not be taken by individuals who have a history of high blood pressure, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of seizures. It should also not be taken by pregnant women, as it can cause contractions of the uterus.
Methergot 0.125mg Tablet can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing infant. It is recommended to wait at least 12 hours after taking Methergot 0.125mg Tablet before breastfeeding.
Yes, one of the most common adverse effects of Methergot 0.125mg Tablet is hypertension along with seizure. Seek immediate medical help in such a case.
Patients with risk factors for coronary artery disease (e.g., smoking, obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol) if administered Methergot 0.125mg Tablet, are more susceptible to heart blockage leading to severe complications.
