Description
Dosage and Administration
- Avoid evening or bedtime doses to reduce the risk of supine hypertension.
- Dosage should be tailored based on patient response and blood pressure monitoring.
Always follow the physician’s instructions and adjust dosing as needed.
Side Effects
- Goosebumps or chills
- Scalp tingling or itching
- Urinary urgency or retention
- Headache
- Paresthesia (numbness or tingling)
- Supine hypertension (high BP when lying down)
- Bradycardia (slow heart rate)
- Visual disturbances
Precautions
- Contraindicated in patients with severe organic heart disease, acute renal disease, pheochromocytoma, or thyrotoxicosis.
- Caution advised in patients with diabetes, renal impairment, or prostatic hypertrophy.
- Blood pressure must be monitored regularly, especially in the supine position.
- Avoid lying down immediately after taking the tablet to prevent supine hypertension.
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor.
