Methylergonovine interactions

Methylergonovine (Methergine), an ergot alkaloid has 146 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 54 major, 74 moderate, 18 minor, and 0 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.

Interactions from the label

Major interactions (54)

  • AlmotriptantriptanMajor

    Do not use almotriptan tablets within 24 hours of an ergotamine-containing, or ergot-type medication, or of another 5-HT 1 agonist, e.g., another triptan ( 4.5 , 4.6 ) (Almotriptan label, Contraindications)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • AtazanavirantiretroviralMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ergot derivatives: dihydroergotamine ergotamine methylergonovine ↑ dihydroergotamine ↑ ergotamine ↑ methylergonovine Concomitant administration with dihydroergotamine, ergotamine or methylergonovine is not recommended. (Bictegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide label, Drug interactions)

  • Bupivacainelocal anestheticMajor

    Avoid use of MARCAINE WITH EPINEPHRINE concomitantly with ergot-type oxytocic drugs [see Drug Interactions (7.3)]. (Bupivacaine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Bupivacaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticMajor

    Avoid use of MARCAINE WITH EPINEPHRINE concomitantly with ergot-type oxytocic drugs [see Drug Interactions (7.3) ] . (Bupivacaine and epinephrine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Chloroprocainelocal anestheticMajor

    Vasopressors should not be used in the presence of ergot-type oxytocic drugs, since a severe persistent hypertension may occur. (Chloroprocaine label, Warnings)

  • CimetidineH2 blockerMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • DarunavirantiretroviralMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Darunavir and cobicistatantiretroviralMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • DronedaroneantiarrhythmicMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • EfavirenzantiretroviralMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • EletriptantriptanMajor

    • Recent use (i.e., within 24 hours) of another 5-hydroxytryptamine 1 (5-HT 1 ) agonist, ergotamine-containing medication, or ergot-type medication such as dihydroergotamine (DHE) or methysergide [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . (Eletriptan label, Contraindications)

  • Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • FosamprenavirantiretroviralMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • FosaprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • FrovatriptantriptanMajor

    Recent use (i.e., within 24 hours) of another 5-HT 1 agonist, an ergotamine containing or ergot-type medication such as dihydroergotamine (DHE) or methysergide [see Drug Interactions (7.1 , 7.2) ]. (Frovatriptan label, Contraindications)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • IsoniazidantibioticMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • LenacapavirantiretroviralMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Lidocaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticMajor

    Avoid use of FLAVALTA concomitantly with ergot-type oxytocic drugs [see Drug Interactions (7.3) ]. (Lidocaine and epinephrine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lopinavir and ritonavirantiretroviralMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Mepivacainelocal anestheticMajor

    Mepivacaine with epinephrine or other vasopressors should not be used concomitantly with ergot-type oxytocic drugs, because a severe persistent hypertension may occur. (Mepivacaine label, Warnings)

  • MifepristoneCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • NaratriptantriptanMajor

    …Ischemic bowel disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] Uncontrolled hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)] Recent use (i.e., within 24 hours) of another 5-HT 1 agonist, ergotamine-containing medication, ergot-type medication (such as dihydroergotamine or methysergide) [see Drug Interactions (7.1, 7.2)] Hypersensitivity to naratriptan tablets (angioedema… (Naratriptan label, Contraindications)

  • NefazodoneantidepressantMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • NitroglycerinnitrateMajor

    Therefore, patients receiving sublingual nitroglycerin should avoid ergotamine and related drugs or be monitored for symptoms of ergotism if this is not possible. (Nitroglycerin label, Drug interactions)

  • PalbociclibCYP3A4 inhibitorMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • PerampanelanticonvulsantMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • RanolazineQT-prolonging drugMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • RizatriptantriptanMajor

    Recent use (i.e., within 24 hours) of another 5-HT 1 agonist, ergotamine-containing medication, or ergot-type medication (such as dihydroergotamine or methysergide) [see Drug Interactions (7.2 and 7.3) ] . (Rizatriptan label, Contraindications)

  • SumatriptantriptanMajor

    …Precautions (5.5)] • Ischemic bowel disease [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)] • Uncontrolled hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)] • Recent use (i.e., within 24 hours) of ergotamine-containing medication, ergot-type medication (such as dihydroergotamine or methysergide), or another 5-hydroxytryptamine 1 (5-HT 1 ) agonist [see Drug Interactions (7.1,… (Sumatriptan label, Contraindications)

  • Recent use (i.e., within 24 hours) of ergotamine-containing medication, ergot-type medication (such as dihydroergotamine or methysergide), or another 5-hydroxytryptamine1 (5-HT1) agonist [see Drug Interactions (7)]. (Sumatriptan and naproxen label, Contraindications)

  • Suvorexantsedative-hypnoticMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Although there have been no reports of such interactions with methylergonovine alone, strong and moderate CYP 3A4 inhibitors should not be co-administered with methylergonovine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • ZolmitriptantriptanMajor

    …bowel disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 ) ] Uncontrolled hypertension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 ) ] Recent use (i.e., within 24 hours) of another 5-HT 1 agonist, ergotamine-containing medication, or ergot-type medication (such as dihydroergotamine or methysergide) [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 , 7.3 ) ] Concurrent administration of a monoamine… (Zolmitriptan label, Contraindications)

Moderate interactions (74)

  • Acebutololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Alprostadilprostaglandin analogModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • ArmodafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • AspirinNSAIDModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Atenololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Atenolol and chlorthalidonebeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Betaxololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Bimatoprostprostaglandin analogModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Bisoprololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • BosentanCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Brimonidine and timololalpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Bromocriptinedopamine agonistModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Cabergolinedopamine agonistModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • CarbamazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Carboprostprostaglandin analogModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Carvedilolbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • ClobazambenzodiazepineModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Deferasiroxiron supplementModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Desfluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    Anesthetics Anesthetics like halothane and methoxyflurane may reduce the oxytocic potency of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Dihydroergotamineergot alkaloidModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Dinoprostoneprostaglandin analogModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Dorzolamide and timololcarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Epoprostenolprostaglandin analogModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ergotamine and caffeineergot alkaloidModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Esmololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Etomidategeneral anestheticModerate

    Anesthetics Anesthetics like halothane and methoxyflurane may reduce the oxytocic potency of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • EtravirineantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • FosphenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • GriseofulvinantifungalModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Isofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    Anesthetics Anesthetics like halothane and methoxyflurane may reduce the oxytocic potency of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • KetamineCNS depressantModerate

    Anesthetics Anesthetics like halothane and methoxyflurane may reduce the oxytocic potency of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Labetalolbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Latanoprostprostaglandin analogModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Lidocainelocal anestheticModerate

    Concurrent administration of vasopressor drugs (for the treatment of hypotension related to obstetric blocks) and ergot-type oxytocic drugs may cause severe, persistent hypertension or cerebrovascular accidents. (Lidocaine label, Drug interactions)

  • LorlatinibCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • MethohexitalbarbiturateModerate

    Anesthetics Anesthetics like halothane and methoxyflurane may reduce the oxytocic potency of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Metoprololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Misoprostolprostaglandin analogModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • MitapivatCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • MitotaneCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • ModafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nadololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nafcillinpenicillin antibioticModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nebivololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • NevirapineantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • OxcarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenylephrinedecongestantModerate

    …drugs Tricyclic antidepressants Angiotensin, aldosterone Atropine Steroids, such as hydrocortisone Norepinephrine transporter inhibitors, such as atomoxetine Ergot alkaloids, such as methylergonovine maleate 7.2 Interactions that Antagonize the Pressor Effect The increasing blood pressure effect of BIORPHEN is decreased in patients receiving: α-adrenergic antagonists… (Phenylephrine label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Pindololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • PrimaquineantimalarialModerate

    CYP3A4 Substrates Refer to the Prescribing Information for a CYP3A substrate where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions (e.g. rivaroxaban, calcineurin inhibitors, ergot derivatives, tyrosine kinase inhibitors) for the recommended dosage modification and/or monitoring. (Primaquine label, Drug interactions)

  • PrimidoneanticonvulsantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • PropofolCNS depressantModerate

    Anesthetics Anesthetics like halothane and methoxyflurane may reduce the oxytocic potency of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Propranololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • RifabutinantibioticModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • RifampinantibioticModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • RifapentineantibioticModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Sevofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    Anesthetics Anesthetics like halothane and methoxyflurane may reduce the oxytocic potency of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Sotalolbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • SuzetrigineCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Timololbeta blockerModerate

    Beta-blockers Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with beta-blockers. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Tobacco and smokingTobacco and cannabisModerate

    Coronary artery disease Patients with coronary artery disease or risk factors for coronary artery disease (e.g., smoking, obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol) may be more susceptible to developing myocardial ischemia and infarction associated with methylergonovine-induced vasospasm. (Methylergonovine label, Warnings)

  • TopiramateanticonvulsantModerate

    CYP3A4 inducers Drugs (e.g. nevirapine, rifampin) that are strong inducers of CYP3A4 are likely to decrease the pharmacological action of methylergonovine maleate. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Treprostinilprostaglandin analogModerate

    Caution should be exercised when methylergonovine maleate is used concurrently with other vasoconstrictors, ergot alkaloids, or prostaglandins. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

Minor mentions (18)

  • Azithromycinmacrolide antibioticMinor

    Drug Interactions CYP 3A4 Inhibitors (e.g., Macrolide Antibiotics and Protease Inhibitors) There have been rare reports of serious adverse events in connection with the coadministration of certain ergot alkaloid drugs (e.g., dihydroergotamine and ergotamine) and potent CYP 3A4 inhibitors, resulting in vasospasm leading to cerebral ischemia and/or ischemia of… (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Fibrotic Complications Cases of retroperitoneal fibrosis, pulmonary infiltrates, pleural effusion, and pleural thickening have been reported in some patients treated with ergot derived dopaminergic agents. (Carbidopa, levodopa, and entacapone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Chlorzoxazonemuscle relaxantMinor

    Weak inhibitors include chlorzoxazone, cilostazol, and ranitidine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Cilostazolantiplatelet agentMinor

    Weak inhibitors include chlorzoxazone, cilostazol, and ranitidine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Clotrimazoleazole antifungalMinor

    Moderate inhibitors include fluconazole, fluvoxamine and clotrimazole. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Econazoleazole antifungalMinor

    Examples of some of the strong CYP 3A4 inhibitors include saquinavir, grapefruit juice, nefazodone, macrolide antibiotics (e.g., troleandomycin, clarithromycin), HIV protease or reverse transcriptase inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir) or azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole). (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • EphedrinesympathomimeticMinor

    Pressor Effect with Concomitant Oxytocic Drugs Serious postpartum hypertension has been described in patients who received both a vasopressor (i.e., methoxamine, phenylephrine, ephedrine) and an oxytocic (i.e., methylergonovine, ergonovine) [ see Drug Interactions (7) ]. (Ephedrine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EpinephrinesympathomimeticMinor

    Drugs antagonizing pressor effects of epinephrine α-blockers, such as phentolamine Vasodilators, such as nitrates Diuretics Antihypertensives Ergot alkaloids Drugs potentiating pressor effects of epinephrine • Sympathomimetics • β-blockers, such as propranolol • Tricyclic anti-depressants • Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors • Catechol-O-methyl transferase (COMT)… (Epinephrine label, Drug interactions)

  • Fidaxomicinmacrolide antibioticMinor

    Drug Interactions CYP 3A4 Inhibitors (e.g., Macrolide Antibiotics and Protease Inhibitors) There have been rare reports of serious adverse events in connection with the coadministration of certain ergot alkaloid drugs (e.g., dihydroergotamine and ergotamine) and potent CYP 3A4 inhibitors, resulting in vasospasm leading to cerebral ischemia and/or ischemia of… (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • FluvoxamineSSRIMinor

    Moderate inhibitors include fluconazole, fluvoxamine and clotrimazole. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • GrapefruitFood and drinkMinor

    Examples of some of the strong CYP 3A4 inhibitors include saquinavir, grapefruit juice, nefazodone, macrolide antibiotics (e.g., troleandomycin, clarithromycin), HIV protease or reverse transcriptase inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir) or azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole). (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Miconazoleazole antifungalMinor

    Examples of some of the strong CYP 3A4 inhibitors include saquinavir, grapefruit juice, nefazodone, macrolide antibiotics (e.g., troleandomycin, clarithromycin), HIV protease or reverse transcriptase inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir) or azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole). (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Methylergonovine maleate has been administered instead of vitamin K and Hepatitis B vaccine, medications which are routinely administered to the newborn. (Methylergonovine label, Warnings)

  • Pramipexoledopamine agonistMinor

    Fibrotic Complications Cases of retroperitoneal fibrosis, pulmonary infiltrates, pleural effusion, pleural thickening, pericarditis, and cardiac valvulopathy have been reported in patients treated with ergot-derived dopaminergic agents. (Pramipexole label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Prilocaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticMinor

    Concurrent administration of vasopressor drugs and ergot-type oxytocic drugs may cause severe, persistent hypertension or cerebrovascular accidents. (Prilocaine and epinephrine label, Drug interactions)

  • RanitidineH2 blockerMinor

    Weak inhibitors include chlorzoxazone, cilostazol, and ranitidine. (Methylergonovine label, Drug interactions)

  • Ropiniroledopamine agonistMinor

    Fibrotic Complications Cases of retroperitoneal fibrosis, pulmonary infiltrates, pleural effusion, pleural thickening, pericarditis, and cardiac valvulopathy have been reported in some patients treated with ergot-derived dopaminergic agents. (Ropinirole label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Vitamin KVitamin and mineralMinor

    Methylergonovine maleate has been administered instead of vitamin K and Hepatitis B vaccine, medications which are routinely administered to the newborn. (Methylergonovine label, Warnings)

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