Ergolin Information
Ergolin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Post Delivery Bleeding.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ergolin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Ergolin include Headache, Abdominal Pain, Hypertension. While these are the most often observed Ergolin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ergolin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ergolin is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ergolin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ergolin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ergolin in conditions like High Blood Pressure. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ergolin contraindications section.
Besides this, Ergolin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ergolin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ergolin Benefits & Uses
Ergolin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Ergolin Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Ergolin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ergolin is used -
Common
- Headache
- पेट दर्द
- Hypertension
Ergolin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ergolin safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Ergolin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Unknown -
Is the use of Ergolin safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Ergolin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Ergolin will cause side effects or not.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Ergolin on the Kidneys?
Ergolin may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Ergolin on the Liver?
Ergolin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Ergolin on the Heart?
Ergolin may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Severe
Severe Interaction of Ergolin with Other Drugs
Ergolin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Ergolin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ergolin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- High Blood Pressure
- Liver Disease
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Miscarriage
- Heart Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Ergolin
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Is this Ergolin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ergolin is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ergolin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Ergolin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ergolin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Ergolin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Ergolin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ergolin and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Ergolin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ergolin.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Methergine® (methylergonovine maleate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 331-332
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 837-839
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Methergine® (methylergonovine maleate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 331-332
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 837-839
