Methergine oral and injection and Ocufen eent

• Generic Name: methylergonovine
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Methergine

Methergine is in a group of drugs called ergot alkaloids. It affects the smooth muscle of a woman's uterus, improving the muscle tone as well as the strength and timing of uterine contractions.

Methergine is used just after a baby is born, to help deliver the placenta (also called the "afterbirth"). It is also used to help control bleeding and to improve muscle tone in the uterus after childbirth.

Methergine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: flurbiprofen ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic solution
• Other Brand Names: Ocufen

Prophylactically before ocular surgery (e.g., cataract extraction) to prevent or reduce intraoperative miosis.

Has been used for prevention and management of postoperative ocular inflammation associated with argon laser trabeculoplasty and cyclocryotherapy.

Has been used for prevention of postoperative cystoid macular edema associated with cataract extraction.

Has been reported to inhibit corneal neovascularization induced by chemical or thermal burns or prolonged use of contact lenses in preliminary research in animals.