METHERGINE vs METHYLERGONOVINE MALEATE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$158.98 /30
~$158.98 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
METHYLERGONOVINE MALEATE
METHYLERGONOVINE MALEATE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Injectable, Tablet
Drug class
Ergot Derivative
Ergot Derivative
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
a mean of about 3.4 hours (range 1.5 to 12.7 hours)
a mean of about 3.4 hours (range 1.5 to 12.7 hours)
Treats
Postpartum Hemorrhage
Postpartum Hemorrhage
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Methergine or Methylergonovine Maleate?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $158.98 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Methergine and Methylergonovine Maleate?
Both Methergine and Methylergonovine Maleate share the active ingredient Methylergonovine Maleate.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.