Download the cheat: https://bit.ly/50-meds View the lesson: https://bit.ly/MethylergonovineMethergineNursingConsiderations     Generic Name methylergonovine Trade Name Methergine

Indication treatment of post-partum hemorrhage

Action stimulates uterine muscles causing uterine contraction

Therapeutic Class oxytocic

Pharmacologic Class ergot alkaloids

Nursing Considerations • can cause hypertension, cramps, nausea, vomiting, dyspnea
• monitor BP, heart rate, uterine response
• assess calcium levels – effectiveness ↓ with hypocalcemia
• monitor uterine bleeding and notify physician of any changes