Aldopam 250mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Aldopam 250mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering the blood pressure helps prevent future heart attack and stroke. This medicine is also used to treat high blood pressure during pregnancy.
Aldopam 250mg Tablet are used to prevent attacks of migraine and similar types of headache, hot flushes that may occur in women during the menopause.
Aldopam 250mg Tablet are used to prevent attacks of migraine and similar types of headache, hot flushes that may occur in women during the menopause.
Uses of Aldopam Tablet
Benefits of Aldopam Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Aldopam 250mg Tablet reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes, such as eating healthy and staying active, to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Side effects of Aldopam Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Aldopam
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
How to use Aldopam Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aldopam 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Aldopam 250mg Tablet with high protein meals such as cottage cheese, Swiss cheese, protein powder, eggs and milk.
Avoid Aldopam 250mg Tablet with high protein meals such as cottage cheese, Swiss cheese, protein powder, eggs and milk.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Aldopam 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aldopam 250mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aldopam 250mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Aldopam 250mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Aldopam 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aldopam 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended for dose adjustment.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended for dose adjustment.
Liver
UNSAFE
Aldopam 250mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- For best results, take Aldopam 250mg Tablet at the same time every day. Take last dose of the day at bedtime.
- May cause dizziness and lightheadedness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
- Your doctor may monitor liver function. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylalanine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Alpha 2-adrenoceptors agonist (Central sympatholytics)
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