| Active Ingredient | ERGOMETRINE MALEATE |
| Therapeutic Class | OXYTOCICS |
| Indications | Postpartum haemorrhage. |
| Caution |
Nausea, vomiting. Caution should be exercised in p atients with heart disease, hypertension and vascular disease. c.f. prescribing in liver and renal disease p. 13; 28. |
| Dose Range | Oral: 0.2-0.4mg every 6-12 hours. I.M. 200mcg every 2-4 hours for up to 5 doses. |
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| Pregnancy | |
| Breast Feeding |