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Midodrine Hydrochloride
Midodrine Hydrochloride
An alpha-1 adrenergic agonist that raises standing blood pressure and is indicated for the treatment of symptomatic orthostatic hypotension in patients whose daily activities are considerably impaired.
Form
Tablet
Uses
2
Side effects
5
Category
Cardiovascular
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What is Midodrine Hydrochloride used for?
- Treatment of symptomatic orthostatic hypotension when standard clinical care is insufficient
- Improvement of standing blood pressure to reduce dizziness, lightheadedness, and near-fainting episodes
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Midodrine Hydrochloride side effects
Common side effects of Midodrine Hydrochloride include:
Supine hypertension
Paresthesia and scalp pruritus
Piloerection
Urinary urgency or retention
Chills
CommonModerateLess common
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Midodrine Hydrochloride warnings & precautions
- Can cause marked elevation of supine blood pressure exceeding 200 mmHg systolic; do not administer within 4 hours of bedtime and monitor supine blood pressure regularly.
- Contraindicated in patients with severe organic heart disease, acute kidney disease, urinary retention, pheochromocytoma, or thyrotoxicosis.
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