Aldoril 25 (Oral)
Methyldopa lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax (widen) and your heart to beat more slowly and easily.
Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.
Hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa is a combination medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What isAldoril 25 (Oral)used for?
- Hypertension
- Pre-eclampsia/Eclampsia
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Hypertensive Congestive Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Heart (w/ CHF) and Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Heart (w/o CHF) and Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Renovascular Hypertension
- Hypertensive Encephalopathy
- Hypertensive Heart Disease
warnings
What is the most important information I should know aboutAldoril 25 (Oral)?
Do not use hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days.A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to methyldopa or hydrochlorothiazide, or if you have:
- an allergy to sulfa drugs;
- active liver disease (including cirrhosis or hepatitis);
- a history of a liver disorder caused by taking methyldopa; or
- if you are unable to urinate.
To make sure hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
- liver disease;
- pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland);
- asthma;
- lupus;
- gout; or
- diabetes.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa can pass into breast milk and may cause side effects in the nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
Hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
Side Effects
What are the side effects ofAldoril 25 (Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you havesigns of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
马上打电话给你的医生如果你有:
- pale or yellowed skin, dark colored urine, fever, confusion or weakness;
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea and vomiting, fast heart rate;
- shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), swelling, rapid weight gain;
- uncontrolled muscle movements;
- unusual thoughts or behavior;
- numbness, tingling, weakness;
- chest pain;
- easy bruising, unusual bleeding;
- signs of an electrolyte imbalance--dry mouth, leg cramps, increased thirst or urination, mood changes, confusion, numbness or tingling, constipation, vomiting, bone pain, muscle pain or weakness, lack of energy, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, little or no urine; or
- severe skin reaction--fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.
Common side effects may include:
- abnormal liver function tests;
- headache, drowsiness, weakness;
- dizziness;
- swelling, weight gain;
- muscle or joint pain, muscle spasms; or
- stuffy nose.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I takeAldoril 25 (Oral)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa can pass into breast milk and may cause side effects in the nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingAldoril 25 (Oral)?
exe期间避免过热或脱水rcise, in hot weather, or by not drinking enough fluids. Follow your doctor's instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink. In some cases, drinking too much liquid can be as unsafe as not drinking enough.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeAldoril 25 (Oral)?
UseAldoril 25 (Oral)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes a special diet. Follow the diet plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor. Get familiar with the list of foods you should eat or avoid to help control your condition.
Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. You may also need frequent blood tests.
This medicine can cause unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa.
You may have very low blood pressure while taking this medicine. Call your doctor if you are sick with vomiting or diarrhea, or if you are sweating more than usual. Prolonged illness can lead to a serious electrolyte imbalance, making it dangerous for you to use hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa.
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using hydrochlorothiazide and methyldopa. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
If you are being treated for high blood pressure,keep using this medication even if you feel well.High blood pressure often has no symptoms. You may need to use blood pressure medication for the rest of your life.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.Do nottake extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose onAldoril 25 (Oral)?
Overdose symptoms may include severe weakness or drowsiness, slow heartbeats, feeling light-headed, diarrhea, or vomiting.
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