| Dose
|
Single Dose
|
Frequency
|
Route
|
Instructions
|
Adult Dosage
|
| 200 mcg | 200 (200) | 4 hourly | IM | This amount is given in emergencies such as uterine bleeding. Frequency may be increased from 2 to 4 hourly as needed, for maximum 5 doses. Or Single dose of 250 to 500 mcg can also be given. |
| 200 mcg | 200 (200) | As recommended. | IM | A usual dose of Ergometrine (Maleate) alone for prevention or treatment of postpartum or postabortal haemorrhage. |
| 500 µg | 500 (500) | As recommended. | IM | Active managment of 3rd stage of labour |
| 200 to 400 mcg | 300 (300) | 6 hourly | PO | For parental treatment of haemorrhage. The dose can be given for upto 7 days, untill the danger of atony or haemorrhage has passed. Ergonovine should be swallowed or placed under tongue. |
| 500 mcg | 500 (500) | 8 hourly | PO | For the treatment of mild secondary postmartum haemorrhage. The dose can be given for 2 to 7 days. |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
|
| | | | Not Recommended in this Age Group |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
|
| | | | Not recommended in this age group |