Methergine oral and injection and Tylox

• 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: acetaminophen / oxycodone
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Endocet, Magnacet, Percocet, Primlev, Roxicet, Tylox, Xolox, Endocet 10/325, Endocet 25/325, Endocet 5/325, Endocet 75/325, Nalocet, Percocet 10/325, Percocet 25/325, Percocet 5/325, Percocet 75/325, Primalev, Xartemis XR, Roxilox, Percocet 10/650, Percocet 75/500, Perloxx, Narvox

Tylox contains a combination of acetaminophen and oxycodone. Oxycodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of oxycodone.

Tylox capsules are used to relieve moderate to severe pain.

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