Methylergonovine Maleate Tablets and Sulmasque Topical

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

Methylergonovine 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.

Methylergonovine 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.

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

• Generic Name: sulfur topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Liquimat Light, Liquimat Medium, Sulfoam, Sulpho-Lac Soap, Sulpho-Lac, Sulmasque, Fostril, Sulfo-Lo, Rezamid, Sulforcin, Acnotex

Sulfur is used to treat many kinds of skin disorders. Sulfur cream, lotion, ointment, and bar soap are used to treat acne. Sulfur ointment is used to treat seborrheic dermatitis and scabies. Sulfur may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Some of these preparations are available only with your doctor's prescription.