Generic Name - Methyldopa
Category - Antihypertensive
Indications
Lower Blood pressure.
Generic Methyldopa is indicated for lowering blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax (widen) and your heart to beat more slowly and easily. Methyldopa is also used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).
Generic Methyldopa Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Methyldopa is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Methyldopa should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Any type of heart disease
have had a heart attack or a stroke or
have kidney disease.
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Methyldopa. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Cholestyramine
digoxin
haloperidol
levodopa
lithium
MAO inhibitors
Generic Methyldopa Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericMethyldopa
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Methyldopa for hypertension is 250 milligrams, 2 or 3 times per day in the first 48 hours of treatment. The doctor may increase or decrease the dose over the next few days to achieve the correct blood pressure.
Generic Methyldopa Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Methyldopa side Effects include chest pain, black, sore tongue, dark yellow or brown urine, depression, difficulty sleeping, nightmares, fever (usually within the first 3 months of treatment) and slow heartbeat.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Methyldopa.
Generic Methyldopa and Pregnancy
Generic Methyldopa is not likely to harm an unborn baby. Do not take methyldopa without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
Generic Methyldopa and Breastfeeding
Generic Methyldopa passes into breast milk. It is not known whether methyldopa will harm a nursing infant. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Generic Methyldopa and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Methyldopa in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic Methyldopa and Geriatric
If you are over 60 years of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects from Generic Methyldopa therapy. You may require a lower dose.
Note
The above information about Generic Methyldopa serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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