Hydralazine Hcl - Hydralazine - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Hydralazine Hcl.
• USES: This medication relaxes and dilates (expands) blood vessels resulting in lowered blood pressure. It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).
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Hydralazine Hcl Miscellaneous Notes

• It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly while using this medication.
• Learn how to monitor your blood pressure.
• Discuss this with your doctor.

Read Before Using Hydralazine Hcl (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include rapid heart rate and headache.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Try to use it at the same time(s) each day.
• Do not stop using this medication without consulting your doctor.
• Some conditions may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped.
• Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
• It is important to continue using this medication even if you feel well.
• Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.

Possible Side Effects

• Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, constipation, loss of appetite, fatigue, and nasal congestion may occur as your body adjusts to the medication.
• To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
• Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects.
• Though unlikely to occur, inform your doctor if you develop.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
• Contact your doctor if 2 or more doses are missed.

Hydralazine Hcl Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from sunlight.