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The document discusses the drug Methergine, which is used to prevent and control postpartum hemorrhage. It stimulates uterine smooth muscles to produce sustained contractions and shorten the third stage of labor. Some potential adverse reactions include hypertension, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, headaches and more. The drug should be used carefully due to its potent vasoconstrictor action.

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Data Processing and Analysis Guide

The document discusses the drug Methergine, which is used to prevent and control postpartum hemorrhage. It stimulates uterine smooth muscles to produce sustained contractions and shorten the third stage of labor. Some potential adverse reactions include hypertension, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, headaches and more. The drug should be used carefully due to its potent vasoconstrictor action.

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Drug Name: Methergine (methylergonovine maleate) is a semi-synthetic ergot alkaloid used for the prevention and control of postpartum

hemorrhage. Drug Classification: PC: Ergot Alkaloid and Derivative Indication: For routine management after delivery of the placenta; postpartum atony and hemorrhage; subinvolution. Under full obstetric supervision, it may be given in the second stage of labor following delivery of the anterior shoulder. Mechanism of Action: Methergine Stimulates uterine smooth muscles producing sustained contractions thereby shortens the third stage of labor Adverse Reaction Hyper- orhypotension,nausea, vomiting,chest pain,dyspnea,headache, hematuria,thrombophlebitis,waterintoxication,hallucinations,leg cramps,dizziness,tinnitus,nasal congestion,diarrhea,diaphoresis,palpitations, foul taste. Contraindication: [Link](Cat.C). Precautions: [Link] vascular disorders. Hepatic or renal disease. 2nd stage of labor. Nursing mothers. Nursing Responsibility: Be alert for adverse reactionsand drug interactions. >This drug should be usedextremely carefully because of it's potent vasoconstrictor action. I.V. use may induce sudden hypertension and cerebrovascular accidents. As a last resort, give I.V. slowly over several minutes and monitor blood pressure closely.

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