Expert advice for Alphadopa Tablet
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor even if you feel better. For best results, take ALPHADOPA 250 MG TABLET at the same time every day. Take last dose of the day at bedtime. Eat healthy (low-fat, high-fibre, low-sodium diet), quit smoking, limit alcohol intake, increase your physical activity, watch your weight, and reduce stress. Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help. Dizziness or fainting may occur, especially when rising from a lying or sitting position. Getting up slowly may help improve the problem. May cause dizziness and lightheadedness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Urine may become red-black when left standing.
Composition
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Methyldopa (250mg) |
Potentially Unsafe With
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Alcohol |
Side Effect
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Common
Side Effects of Alphadopa are Dizziness, Fatigue, Sleepiness, Dryness in mouth, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing). |
How to works
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How Alphadopa Tablet works
ALPHADOPA 250 MG TABLET is an alpha-2 agonist. It works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body. |