Hydralazine Tablets
Indicated to address hypertension, this vasodilator is utilized to mitigate high blood pressure and to support the management of chronic heart failure.
Strengths: 25mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Apresoline
- Therapeutic class
Antihypertensive
- Pharmacological class
Vasodilator
- Precautions and warnings
monitor blood pressure regularly; watch for symptoms of lupus-like syndrome
- Minor side effects
headache; tachycardia; palpitations
- Moderate side effects
flushing; peripheral oedema; anorexia
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Various
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
3–6 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
beta-blockers; diuretics; nitrates
- Age restrictions
Adjust dose for elderly patients.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed. Breastfeeding: Generally safe.
Contraindications
lupus erythematosus; coronary artery disease; mitral valvular rheumatic heart disease
Serious side effects
lupus-like syndrome — requires immediate medical attention; angina pectoris — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Indicated to address hypertension, this vasodilator is utilized to mitigate high blood pressure and to support the management of chronic heart failure.
Mechanism of action
Hydralazine exerts a direct relaxation effect on vascular smooth muscle, primarily in arterioles, which reduces peripheral resistance and lowers blood pressure.
Hydralazine Tablets
Indicated to address hypertension, this vasodilator is utilized to mitigate high blood pressure and to support the management of chronic heart failure.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Hydralazine
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Heart Failure