Methylergonovine oral and injection and Ritalin LA

• Generic Name: methylergonovine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• 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: methylphenidate
• Dosage Forms: capsule, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Adhansia XR, Aptensio XR, Concerta, Cotempla XR-ODT, Jornay PM, Metadate ER, Methylin, QuilliChew ER, Quillivant XR, Relexxii, Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Metadate CD, Ritalin SR, Daytrana, Methylin ER

Ritalin LA is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and narcolepsy.

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