Methyldopa Benefits & Uses

Methyldopa is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Gestational Hypertension

Methyldopa 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: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Methyldopa Side Effects

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

Common

Headache
Dry Mouth
Drowsiness
Swelling

Unknown

Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue
Dizziness
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Depression
Diarrhoea

Methyldopa Related Warnings

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.

Severe
Is the use of Methyldopa safe during breastfeeding?

Methyldopa has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Methyldopa on the Kidneys?

Methyldopa may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Methyldopa on the Liver?

Side effects of Methyldopa rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Methyldopa on the Heart?

Methyldopa is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Methyldopa with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Rasagiline

Propranolol

Moderate

Phenylephrine

Pseudoephedrine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Methyldopa Contraindications

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

Anemia
Depression
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Methyldopa

Is this Methyldopa habit forming or addictive?

Methyldopa is not addictive in nature.

No
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Methyldopa is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Methyldopa is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Methyldopa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Methyldopa

Taking Methyldopa with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Methyldopa

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Methyldopa as it can have severe side effects.

Severe