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Methyldopa Oral - Methyldopa - Oral Generic Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Methyldopa Oral
- Aldomet
- meth-ill-DOPE-uh
Medicinal Applications
- This drug is used for high blood pressure (hypertension).
Drug Interactions
- Inform your doctor about all the drugs you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of.
Methyldopa Oral Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Do not freeze liquid forms of this medication.
What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency
- Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
- For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, weakness, dizziness, slowed heart rate, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Possible Side Effects
- Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, gas, dry mouth, fatigue, and stomach upset may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
- Inform your doctor if you develop.
Usage Instructions
- Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
- Try to take it at the same time(s) each day.
- The tablets may be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach irritation.
- It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well.
- Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.
- Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
- Some conditions may become worse when the drug is abruptly stopped.
- Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
Methyldopa Oral Miscellaneous Notes
- It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking this medication.
- Learn how to monitor your blood pressure.
- Discuss this with your doctor.
Read Before Using Methyldopa Oral (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.