1. Oxytocin

2. Methergine

3. Hemabate

4. Misoprostol

5. Calcium gluconate

6. 30 units in 500 mL IV or 10 units IM

7. 0.2 mg (200 mcg) IM

8. 0.25 mg (250 mcg) IM or
intramyometrial

9. 800 mcg rectally or 400-600 mcg orally

10. 1 ampule IVP or
2 ampules in 1 L IV fluid

11. 125-999 mL/hr Titrate to uterine tone.

12. Every 2-4 hours. Up to 5 doses.

13. Every mins. Up to 8 doses.

14. No evidence to support giving more than 800 mcg rectally.

15. Over 5 mins. Run wide open. Can safely repeat but benefit questionable.

16. Potential fluid overload at total dose > 80 units
Potential fluid overload at total dose > 80 units. Do NOT administer IV push.

17. Hypertension is contraindication
Hypertension is contraindication. Do not give IV due to sudden hypertension & CVA.

18. Asthma is relative contraindication.

19. Works most effectively when used with other medications.

20. Assists with uterine contractility.