Medications Flashcards
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Methergine (Metheylergonovine Maleate)
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Stimulates uterine contraction.
- 2mg IM q 2-4 hrs p expulsion of the placenta. Onset in 2-5 min.
- 2mg PO 3-4 X day up to 7 days. Onset 5-10 min.
CONTRA: Pregnancy, hypersensitivity, preeclampsia, hypertension, lactation.
CAUTION: in hepatic or renal disease, cardiac disease, and sepsis.
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Pitocin (IV) (Oxytocin)
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Stimulates uterine contraction.
3
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Oxytocin (Pitocin)
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Stimulates uterine contraction.
4
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Misoprostol (Cytotec)
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5
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Carboprost (Hemabate)
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Used for uterine atony resistant to Pitocin and Methergine