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Methin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Post Delivery Bleeding.
The right dosage of Methin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Methin also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Abdominal Pain, Hypertension. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Methin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Methin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Methin has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Methin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Methin related warnings section.
Methin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like High Blood Pressure as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Methin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Methin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Methin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Methin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Methin safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Methin on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Methin safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Methin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Methin is unavailable.
What is the effect of Methin on the Kidneys?
Methin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Methin on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Methin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Methin on the Heart?
Methin may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Methin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Methin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Methin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Methin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Methin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Methin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Methin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Methin
There is no information on the effects of taking Methin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Methin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Methin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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