Dihydralazine Benefits & Uses

Dihydralazine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Heart Attack

Dihydralazine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dihydralazine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dihydralazine is used -

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Angina Pectoris

Common

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Loss of appetite
Diarrhoea
Joint pain
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Dihydralazine Related Warnings

Is the use of Dihydralazine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Dihydralazine. If you are pregnant, do not take Dihydralazine without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Dihydralazine safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Dihydralazine for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dihydralazine on the Kidneys?

Dihydralazine can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dihydralazine on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Dihydralazine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Dihydralazine only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dihydralazine on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Dihydralazine. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Dihydralazine with Other Drugs

Dihydralazine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Aspirin

Ibuprofen

Codeine

Mild

Furosemide

Dihydralazine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dihydralazine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angina
Heart Failure
Kidney Disease
Stroke

Frequently asked Questions about Dihydralazine

Is this Dihydralazine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Dihydralazine has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Dihydralazine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Dihydralazine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Dihydralazine is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Dihydralazine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dihydralazine

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Dihydralazine with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dihydralazine

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dihydralazine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown