Methylergonovine (Methergine)

Only given IM. Used to treat uterine atony after delivery of the baby and placenta. The primary use is to slow postpartum bleeding/hemorrhage. Methergine is typically used if Oxytocin was unsuccessful at slowing blood loss. May cause hypertension - this is why it is contraindicated in hypertensive/preeclamptic patients. Side effects also include severe nausea and vomiting.

Preeclampsia, Hypertension, seizures, CVA, retinal detachment, and cardiac arrest

NOT given IV - this would potentially cause severe hypertension, vasoconstriction, and cerebral hemorrhage

0.2 mg; Due to its long duration of action, a repeat dose may be given after 1 hour.