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Aldomet Information

Aldomet (Methyldopa) is used to treat high blood pressure. High blood pressure occurs when the force of the blood pushing through your vessels is too high. This condition often has no symptoms and may lead to complications like strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. The active ingredient in Aldomet is Methyldopa. Centrally-acting anti-hypertensive drugs like Methyldopa work by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood passes through them more easily, lowering blood pressure.

Aldomet Side Effects

The most common side effects of Aldomet may include dizziness, drowsiness, headache, stuffy nose, and weakness. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects, such as:
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, breathing difficulties, itching or swelling of the face, tongue, or throat;
• Signs of heart problems such as swelling, shortness of breath, rapid weight gain;
• Signs of liver problems such as appetite loss, upper stomach pain, fast heart rate, dark urine;
• Uncontrolled muscle movements

Aldomet Precautions

Do not use Aldomet if you are allergic to Methyldopa or other ingredients in this medication. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have Anemia, Liver disease, Heart failure, Angina, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Aldomet and other medications, such as lithium, ferrous sulfate, selegiline, methylene blue, codeine, diazepam, cetirizine, etc. Do not use Aldomet if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. Do not use Aldomet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant without informing your doctor. It is unknown if Aldomet will harm a fetus. However, having untreated high blood pressure during pregnancy may cause complications such as diabetes or eclampsia. Do not use Aldomet while breastfeeding without talking to your doctor. Methyldopa passes into breast milk but is unlikely to harm a nursing infant.

Doses in children are based on weight. Use your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this drug by mouth with or without food 2 to 4 times daily as directed by your doctor. Start this medication close to your bedtime to reduce your risk of side effects. Take this drug at the same time each day to help you remember. Do not stop taking this drug suddenly, even if you feel well. High blood pressure often shows no symptoms. Aldomet can make you dizzy. Do not stand up too fast from a sitting or lying position to reduce your risk of dizziness. Avoid driving or using machinery until you can do it safely. Avoid drinking alcohol when using this drug. Alcohol may make you more dizzy. Store this medication at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep it out of the reach of children.

Do I need a prescription to order Aldomet?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Aldomet.