Methergine (methylergonovine maleate) injection label

DESCRIPTION Methergine (methylergonovine maleate) is a semi-synthetic ergot alkaloid used for the prevention and control of postpartum hemorrhage. Methergine is available in sterile ampuls of 1 mL, containing 0.2 mg methylergonovine maleate for intramuscular or intravenous injection and in tablets for oral ingestion containing 0.2 mg methylergonovine maleate. Tablets Active Ingredient: methylergonovine maleate, USP, 0.2 mg. Inactive Ingredients: acacia, carnauba wax, D&C Red #7, FD&C Blue #1, gelatin special, lactose, maleic acid, mixed parabens, povidone, sodium benzoate, sodium hydroxide, starch, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, and titanium dioxide. Ampuls: 1 mL, clear, colorless solution. Active Ingredient: methylergonovine maleate, USP, 0.2 mg. Inactive Ingredients: maleic acid, 0.10 mg; sodium chloride, 7.0 mg; water for injection, qs to 1 mL. Chemically, methylergonovine maleate is designated as ergoline-8-carboxamide, 9,10-didehydro-N-[1­ (hydroxymethyl)propyl]-6-methyl-, [8β(S)]-, (Z)-2-butenedioate (1:1) (salt). Its structural formula is