Alphadopa L Tablet
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Product introduction
Alphadopa L Tablet is a medicine used for treating high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart-related chest pain (angina). It is also effective for treating high blood pressure in pregnancy. It lowers blood pressure and thus helps in preventing future stroke and heart attack.
Alphadopa L Tablet should be taken with food. This medicine may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. Use it along with a healthy diet, regular exercise, and without smoking for best results. Since it can cause serious withdrawal effects, it should not be stopped abruptly.
Some common side effects of this medicine include hypersensitivity (rash, pruritus, angioedema), tingling sensation in scalp, heart failure, increased liver function tests, difficulty in utrination, erectile dysfunction, and drug fever. These side effects usually get better with time, however, if they persist or get worse, let your doctor know.
Uses of Alphadopa-L Tablet
- Angina (heart-related chest pain)
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Benefits of Alphadopa-L Tablet
In Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Alphadopa L Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Alphadopa L Tablet works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart to beat with less force. This effectively lowers blood pressure. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.
In Prevention of heart attack and stroke
If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Alphadopa L Tablet reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes, such as eating healthy and staying active, to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Side effects of Alphadopa-L Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alphadopa-L
- Dizziness
- Ejaculation disorder
- Breathlessness
- Fever
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
- Difficulty in urination
- Heart failure
- Erectile dysfunction
- Drug fever
- Hypersensitivity
- Abnormal liver function tests
How to use Alphadopa-L Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alphadopa L Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Alphadopa-L Tablet works
Alphadopa L Tablet is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alphadopa L Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alphadopa L Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alphadopa L Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Alphadopa L Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alphadopa L Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Alphadopa L Tablet is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Alphadopa L Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alphadopa L Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Alphadopa-L Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Alphadopa L Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- It should be taken with food.
- Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Alphadopa L Tablet, and inform your doctor if it has not improved.
- Alphadopa L Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Alphadopa L Tablet as it may make the side effects worse.
- Do not stop taking Alphadopa L Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Salicylamide derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Alpha & beta blocker
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Alphadopa L Tablet
Twice A Day
48%
Once A Day
38%
Thrice A Day
14%
What are you using Alphadopa-L Tablet for?
Hypertension *
100%
*Hypertension (high blood pressure)
How much was the improvement?
Average
56%
Poor
22%
Excellent
22%
What were the side-effects while using Alphadopa L Tablet?
Dizziness
25%
Headache
25%
Allergic reac*
25%
No Side Effec*
25%
*Allergic reaction, No Side Effect
How do you take Alphadopa-L Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Alphadopa L Tablet on price
Expensive
78%
Average
22%
FAQs
Is Alphadopa L Tablet safe?
Alphadopa L Tablet is generally considered a safe medicine if it is taken as directed by the doctor. The side effects that result with use of Alphadopa L Tablet occur during the first few weeks of treatment and disappear with time.
Why is Alphadopa L Tablet used in pregnancy?
It is important to appropriately treat high blood pressure in pregnancy. Studies have shown that poorly controlled high blood pressure in pregnancy can lead to an increased risk of certain birth defects, stillbirth, reduced growth of the baby within the womb, and premature birth. For some women with high blood pressure, treatment with Alphadopa L Tablet in pregnancy might be considered to be the best option. Your doctor is the best person to help you decide what is right for you and your baby.
Does Alphadopa L Tablet cause itching?
Yes, itchy skin, a rash or tingly scalp are common side effects of Alphadopa L Tablet. Speak to your doctor if the itchiness or rash gets worse or lasts for more than a week.
Is it safe to use Alphadopa L Tablet in patients with diabetes?
Diabetic patients while using Alphadopa L Tablet should regularly check the blood sugar levels. Alphadopa L Tablet may make it difficult to recognize the warning signs of low blood sugar such as shaking and a racing heartbeat. Consult your doctor if the blood sugar levels are reduced while taking Alphadopa L Tablet.
Does Alphadopa L Tablet affect heart rate?
Alphadopa L Tablet slows down your heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Your doctor may regularly check your blood pressure and pulse (heart rate) during therapy to determine your response to the medicine.
What can happen if I stop taking Alphadopa L Tablet?
Do not stop taking Alphadopa L Tablet without talking to your doctor. Stopping Alphadopa L Tablet suddenly may cause serious heart problems such as angina (chest pain) or even a heart attack. If you need to stop taking Alphadopa L Tablet, your doctor will reduce the dose slowly over 1 or 2 weeks.
Will I need to stop taking Alphadopa L Tablet before surgery?
Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Alphadopa L Tablet for 24 hours before surgery. This is because Alphadopa L Tablet can lower your blood pressure too much when its use is combined with some anesthetics. So, tell your doctor that you're taking Alphadopa L Tablet if you're going to be put to sleep using a general anesthetic or are scheduled to have any kind of major operation.
What happens on taking more than the recommended dose of Alphadopa L Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Alphadopa L Tablet can lead to a drop in blood pressure and slowing of the heart rate, difficulty breathing, or a drop in blood sugar, which can cause sweating or confusion. If you take too many tablets, tell your doctor immediately or contact the hospital emergency department nearest to you.
How long does Alphadopa L Tablet take to work?
If you are taking Alphadopa L Tablet for high blood pressure, it may lower your BP within 1-3 hours of taking it. You may not feel any different, but this does not mean that the medicine is not working, and it is important to keep taking it. On the other hand, if you are taking it for angina, it will probably take a few days for the medicine to reduce the pain. You may still have chest pain during this time or it may get worse.
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