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Alphadopa, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Alphadopa also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alphadopa. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Alphadopa include Headache, Dry Mouth, Drowsiness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Alphadopa as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alphadopa are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Alphadopa has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Alphadopa's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Alphadopa contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Alphadopa have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Alphadopa is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Alphadopa is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alphadopa is used -
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Alphadopa safe for pregnant women?
Alphadopa has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Alphadopa without medical advice.
Is the use of Alphadopa safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Alphadopa for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Alphadopa on the Kidneys?
Alphadopa has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alphadopa on the Liver?
Side effects of Alphadopa rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Alphadopa on the Heart?
Alphadopa may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Alphadopa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alphadopa unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alphadopa habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Alphadopa.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Alphadopa you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Alphadopa should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Alphadopa is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alphadopa
Taking Alphadopa with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alphadopa
Taking alcohol with Alphadopa can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aldomet® (methyldopa)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 566
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 835-837
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