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Methyldopa is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Methyldopa depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Methyldopa 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
Age Group | Dosage |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Methyldopa is used -
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Methyldopa safe for pregnant women?
Methyldopa has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Methyldopa without medical advice.
Is the use of Methyldopa safe during breastfeeding?
Methyldopa has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Methyldopa on the Kidneys?
Methyldopa may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Methyldopa on the Liver?
Side effects of Methyldopa rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Methyldopa on the Heart?
Methyldopa is rarely harmful for the heart.
Methyldopa 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 Methyldopa unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Methyldopa habit forming or addictive?
Methyldopa is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Methyldopa, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Methyldopa can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Methyldopa is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Methyldopa is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Methyldopa
Taking Methyldopa with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Methyldopa
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Methyldopa as it can have severe side effects.
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