GUANETHIDINE MONOSULFATE

Overview

GUANETHIDINE MONOSULFATE is a Schedule H drug.
This medication is an antihypertensive, prescribed for severe hypertension either alone or with other medications. An antihypertensive agent that acts by inhibiting selectively transmission in post-ganglionic adrenergic nerves

Usage

GUANETHIDINE MONOSULFATE is generally used to treat: Hypertension

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • Caution should be exercised in patients with asthma, heart disease, fever, low blood pressure, ulcer, kidney or liver impairment, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • It may cause dizziness or blurred vision, lie down or get up slowly from bed.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
  • Avoid abrupt withdrawal.
  • Monitor blood pressure, heart and liver function regularly while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

GUANETHIDINE MONOSULFATE : Feet Swelling, Legs Swelling

Serious Side-Effects

GUANETHIDINE MONOSULFATE : Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath

Technical Classification

GUANETHIDINE MONOSULFATE is categorized as: ANTIADRENERGIC AGENTS, PERIPHERALLY ACTING / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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