Midgram 2.5 Tablet
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Product introduction
Midgram 2.5 Tablet is used to treat low blood pressure (hypotension). It is used in patients who experience dizziness due to low blood pressure while standing up suddenly from sitting or lying position. This medicine causes tightening of blood vessels and results in elevating your blood pressure.
Midgram 2.5 Tablet can be taken with or without food. This medicine is taken during daytime hours when people stand most often. But, it should not be taken if you are going to lie down for a long time after the dose. You should always take this medicine as advised by the doctor and should never stop it without consulting the doctor. You should monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.
Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, rash, urinatry retention, difficulty in urination, and flushing. It may also cause supine hypertension, it is increase in your blood pressure while lying down. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you.
Before taking this medicine, it is better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking it. You must inform doctor about all the other medicines that you are taking apart from this medicine. Your doctor may ask for monitoring of kidney and liver function before and during the treatment with this medicine.
Midgram 2.5 Tablet can be taken with or without food. This medicine is taken during daytime hours when people stand most often. But, it should not be taken if you are going to lie down for a long time after the dose. You should always take this medicine as advised by the doctor and should never stop it without consulting the doctor. You should monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.
Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, rash, urinatry retention, difficulty in urination, and flushing. It may also cause supine hypertension, it is increase in your blood pressure while lying down. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you.
Before taking this medicine, it is better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking it. You must inform doctor about all the other medicines that you are taking apart from this medicine. Your doctor may ask for monitoring of kidney and liver function before and during the treatment with this medicine.
Uses of Midgram Tablet
- Treatment of Low blood pressure
Benefits of Midgram Tablet
In Treatment of Low blood pressure
Midgram 2.5 Tablet is used in adults and children to relieve low blood pressure which may occur due to sudden change in posture from lying to sitting or standing up, during an operation or after an injury. This medicine helps to bring back the blood pressure within normal range and therefore prevents any sudden fall or even serious complications that might have otherwise followed due to low blood pressure.
Side effects of Midgram 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 Midgram
- Headache
- Nausea
- Rash
- Difficulty in urination
- Supine hypertension
- Urinary retention
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Goosebumps
How to use Midgram 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. Midgram 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Midgram Tablet works
Midgram 2.5 Tablet is an alpha-adrenergic agonist. It works by activating specific receptors on blood vessels. This causes the blood vessels to tighten, which increases blood pressure.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Midgram 2.5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Midgram 2.5 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
Midgram 2.5 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Midgram 2.5 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Midgram 2.5 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Midgram 2.5 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Take Midgram 2.5 Tablet at least 4 hours before bedtime to avoid the risk of high blood pressure at night time.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of the prostate disorder or blood circulation problem.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms of chest pain, palpitations, headache, shortness of breath, and blurred vision.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Ethanolamine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Alpha-1 adrenoreceptor agonists
Patient concerns
FAQs
Does Midgram 2.5 Tablet raise blood pressure?
Yes, Midgram 2.5 Tablet may cause high blood pressure when you are lying flat on your back (supine hypertension). This medicine should only be used by people whose low blood pressure affects their day-to-day life and in people who could not be treated successfully with other therapies.
Does Midgram 2.5 Tablet affect heart rate?
Midgram 2.5 Tablet may slow down the heart rate slightly. It should be used cautiously when using it with other medicines (beta blockers, digitalis, etc.) which can further slow down the heart rate. Patients should be monitored if they experience symptoms which are suggestive of slow heart rate.
Why can't I lie down after taking Midgram 2.5 Tablet?
You should not lie down immediately after taking Midgram 2.5 Tablet because of the risk of supine hypertension (high blood pressure which occurs when you are lying flat on your back). Therefore, it is recommended to take the last daily dose at least 4 hours before bedtime. You can reduce the risk of supine hypertension occurring during the night by elevating the head.
Does Midgram 2.5 Tablet work immediately?
Midgram 2.5 Tablet takes about 1 hour to show its effects. However, the action lasts for a short time only, the effect persists for about 2-3 hours.
How do I take Midgram 2.5 Tablet?
Midgram 2.5 Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. Midgram 2.5 Tablet is taken orally with or without food. Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Usually, it is advised to take the medicine three times a day (morning, midday, and late afternoon [before 6PM]) with a gap of at least 3 hours. Take the last daily dose of Midgram 2.5 Tablet before an evening meal and at least 4 hours before bedtime.
Who should not take Midgram 2.5 Tablet?
Midgram 2.5 Tablet is not advised for patients having allergy to any component of the product, severe heart disease, unusually slow heart rate, high blood pressure, and conditions causing tightening of the arteries. Along with that, treatment with Midgram 2.5 Tablet should be avoided if the patient has enlarged prostate gland, urinary retention (when the bladder can’t empty properly), pheochromocytoma (tumour of the adrenal medulla), acute or severe kidney disease, overactive thyroid, poor vision as a result of diabetes, and narrow-angle glaucoma (elevated pressure in the eye).
Is any monitoring required during Midgram 2.5 Tablet treatment?
You may need to check your blood pressure and get your kidney and liver function tests done before you start taking Midgram 2.5 Tablet. Once you begin the treatment, keep a constant track of your blood pressure and heart rate, especially after lying down.
How will I know that I have developed supine hypertension?
Symptoms of supine hypertension include chest pain, palpitations, shortness of breath, headache, and blurred vision. If you develop these symptoms tell your doctor immediately. The doctor may reduce the dose of Midgram 2.5 Tablet or may discontinue treatment if the symptoms persists.
Can I take metoprolol with Midgram 2.5 Tablet?
Using Midgram 2.5 Tablet and metoprolol together can make your heart rate considerably slow. Hence, you need to be careful while using both together. If you experience slow pulse, dizziness and fainting, inform your doctor as the dose of these medicines may need to be modified.
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Name: Ingram Biosciences Pvt Ltd
Address: Corp. off. : AR-1, Office No-D/126,Sector-3,Airoli,New Mumbai-400708
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Midgram 2.5 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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