Which of the following drug is contraindicated to control atonic hemorrhage in a preeclamptic woman?
Ergot agents , especially given intravenously, may cause dangerous hypeension, especially in women with preeclampsia. Given parenterally, these drugs rapidly stimulate tetanic uterine contractions and act for approximately 45 minutes.These are used as second line agents after oxytocin to control atonic bleeding.Ref: William's Obstetrics; 25th edition
Oxytocin
Misoprostol
Methylergonovine
PGF2 alfa
General obstetrics