Dopamet 250
Form: Tablet
Strength: 250mg
Generic Name: Methyldopa
Company: Opsonin Pharma Limited
MRP:৳ 4.0 (Strip=10)
Per Piece: ৳ 0.40
Is Antibiotic: No
Indications
Dopamet 250 is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Pharmacology
Dopamet 250 is a medicine that helps lower blood pressure. Dopamet 250 works by affecting the nerves that control blood vessels, causing them to relax and open up. This reduces the signals that make the blood vessels tighten. Dopamet 250 comes in two forms: one is active and works in the body, and the other is inactive until Dopamet 250 is converted to the active form.
Dosage & Administration
Adults: The usual starting dose is 250 mg taken two or three times a day for the first 48 hours. The dose may be adjusted after that. The maximum daily dose is 3 grams. If used with other blood pressure medications, the dose may need to be adjusted.
Children: The starting dose is based on the child’s weight, usually 10 mg per kilogram of body weight per day. The dose may be adjusted, but the maximum is 65 mg per kilogram or 3 grams a day.
Interaction
When taken with other blood pressure medicines, Dopamet 250 can increase the effect. Dopamet 250 may also interact with other drugs, like anesthetics, and cause changes in their effects. Dopamet 250 should not be taken with iron supplements like ferrous sulfate or ferrous gluconate.
Contraindications
Dopamet 250 should not be used by people with active liver disease, liver problems caused by this medication, or hypersensitivity to its components. Dopamet 250 should also not be used with monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors.
Side Effects
Common side effects include drowsiness, headache, weakness, and dry mouth. Rare side effects can include heart problems, stomach issues, or liver problems. Dopamet 250 can also cause mood changes, dizziness, and other issues.
Pregnancy & Lactation
If pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your doctor before using this medicine. Dopamet 250 can pass into breast milk, so Dopamet 250 should be used with caution during breastfeeding.
Precautions & Warnings
Dopamet 250 should be used carefully in people with liver problems. Some people may experience swelling or weight gain, which can be managed with a diuretic (water pill). If this medicine causes severe side effects, Dopamet 250 should be stopped. Dopamet 250 may also need to be adjusted for people undergoing dialysis.
Overdose Effects
Overdose can cause low blood pressure, excessive drowsiness, and stomach problems like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In case of overdose, medical treatment is necessary, which may include stomach pumping or fluids to help remove the drug from the body.
Therapeutic Class
Dopamet 250 is a centrally acting antihypertensive drug, meaning Dopamet 250 works in the brain to lower blood pressure.
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C and keep away from children. Keep Dopamet 250 in a dry place.
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