Ergometrine Maleate (DBL) TM
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Active ingredients: ergometrine
Pack: Ergometrine Maleate (DBL) 500 microgram/mL injection, 5 x 1 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DBL ERGOMETRINE INJECTION Ergometrine maleate injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis Ergometrine is administered after the delivery of the placenta for the purpose of contracting the uterus in order to prevent postpartum haemorrhage and postabortion haemorrhage due to uterine atony. Treatment Ergometrine is administered after the delivery of the placenta to promote involution of the uterus in order to treat postpartum haemorrhage and postabortion haemorrhage.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Colourless or faintly yellow solution.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5x500microgram/1mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient ergometrine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
