Moxonidine Benefits & Uses

Moxonidine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Moxonidine 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increased up to 0.6 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increased up to 0.6 mg/day

Moxonidine Side Effects

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

Common

Dry Mouth
Headache
Rash
Dizziness
Back Pain
Insomnia
Sleepiness
Nausea or vomiting
Weakness
Dyspepsia
Diarrhoea
Vertigo

Moxonidine Related Warnings

Is the use of Moxonidine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Moxonidine. It is best to stop taking Moxonidine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Moxonidine safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Moxonidine. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Moxonidine on the Kidneys?

Moxonidine rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Moxonidine on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Moxonidine on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Moxonidine on the Heart?

Moxonidine is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Moxonidine with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Moxonidine Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Epilepsy
Parkinson's Disease
Heart Failure

Frequently asked Questions about Moxonidine

Is this Moxonidine habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Moxonidine is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Moxonidine can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Moxonidine only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Moxonidine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Moxonidine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Moxonidine

Taking Moxonidine with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Moxonidine

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Moxonidine with alcohol will be.

Unknown