Best treatments for postpartum hemorrhage
8 products may treat postpartum hemorrhage, spanning FDA drug classes such as ergotamine derivative, prostaglandin analog, ergot derivative. The current highest-rated option is brekiya (autoinjector). Ranked below by our independent recall-safety rating (rated where FDA data exists) — not medical advice; always consult a professional.
Quick answer: Of the 8 drugs we list for postpartum hemorrhage, 6 are available as lower-cost generics, spanning classes such as ergotamine derivative, prostaglandin analog, ergot derivative. They’re ranked by each drug’s FDA recall-safety record — not clinical effectiveness for postpartum hemorrhage — so confirm the right choice with your prescriber.
Top-rated picks for postpartum hemorrhage: 1. Brekiya (Autoinjector) · 2. Carboprost Tromethamine · 3. Hemabate
| # | Drug | Rating | Type | Form | Class | Generic? | Pharmacy pays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70/100 | Prescription | Injectable | Ergotamine Derivative | Generic | $35 | View → | |
| 2 | 70/100 | Prescription | Injectable | Prostaglandin Analog | No data | — | View → | |
| 3 | 64/100 | Prescription | Injectable | Prostaglandin Analog | No data | — | View → | |
| 4 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Powder | Ergotamine Derivative | Generic | $35 | View → | |
| 5 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Injectable | Ergotamine Derivative | Generic | $35 | View → | |
| 6 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Injectable | Ergot Derivative | Generic | $159 | View → | |
| 7 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Spray/Inhaler | Ergotamine Derivative | Generic | $35 | View → | |
| 8 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Spray/Inhaler | Ergotamine Derivative | Generic | $35 | View → |
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brekiya (autoinjector)
Boxed warningPrescriptionFDA-sourced
Brekiya (Autoinjector) (Dihydroergotamine Mesylate) is an ergotamine derivative used to treat Cluster Headache, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Orthostatic Hypotension, Migraine Disorders.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$33.73· 2 formscarboprost tromethamine
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Carboprost Tromethamine is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Incomplete Abortion, Cystitis, Fetal Death, Postpartum Hemorrhage.
Price varies
hemabate
Boxed warningPrescriptionFDA-sourced
Hemabate (Carboprost Tromethamine) is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Incomplete Abortion, Cystitis, Fetal Death, Postpartum Hemorrhage.
Price varies
atzumi
Boxed warningPrescriptionFDA-sourced
Atzumi (Dihydroergotamine Mesylate) is an ergotamine derivative used to treat Cluster Headache, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Orthostatic Hypotension, Migraine Disorders.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$33.73· 2 formsdihydroergotamine mesylate
Boxed warningPrescriptionFDA-sourced
Dihydroergotamine Mesylate is an ergotamine derivative used to treat Cluster Headache, Postpartum Hemorrhage, Orthostatic Hypotension, Migraine Disorders.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$33.73· 2 formsmethylergonovine maleate
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Methylergonovine Maleate is an ergot derivative used to treat Postpartum Hemorrhage.
Pharmacy pays
~$158.98 /30
Save up to 73% in classFrequently asked
- What treats postpartum hemorrhage?
- Our catalog lists 8 products that may treat postpartum hemorrhage, based on NIH RxClass (MED-RT “may treat”) drug-classification data — not the verbatim FDA label. They're rated where FDA recall-safety data exists; the current top-rated option is brekiya (autoinjector).
- What is the best-rated treatment for postpartum hemorrhage?
- By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — brekiya (autoinjector) ranks highest among the products we list for postpartum hemorrhage. Always consult a professional.
- How are these treatments ranked?
- By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.
- What types of drugs treat postpartum hemorrhage?
- Treatments for postpartum hemorrhage span FDA drug classes including ergotamine derivative, prostaglandin analog, ergot derivative. Compare every option side by side, ranked by independent rating, above.
Treatment associations are derived from NIH RxClass (MED-RT “may treat”) drug-classification data — not the verbatim FDA label. This is general reference, not medical advice — always consult a licensed professional.