Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Steris Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Moxonidine (0.3mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension by relaxing blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure and preventing stroke and heart attack.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, ideally at the same time each day. It is crucial to follow your doctor's advice and not stop the medication abruptly. High blood pressure often shows no symptoms, but discontinuing the medicine can worsen your condition, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Regular blood pressure checks are essential. This medication should be part of a comprehensive treatment plan that includes a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. Common side effects include dry mouth, nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia, and back pain. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist. Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should seek medical advice before taking this medication.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Dry mouth Nausea Dizziness Headache Insomnia Back pain
Alcohol Warning
Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Moxidip 0.3mg 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. Consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Amitriptyline Amoxapine Clomipramine Dosulepin
How it works
Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet is an anti-hypertensive medication that works by relaxing blood vessels, making the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Quick Tips
Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack. Eat a healthy, low-sodium diet, exercise, quit smoking, limit alcohol intake, and reduce stress along with taking Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet. Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and sugarless candy may help. Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. It may cause you to feel lightheaded, especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I stop Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet if my blood pressure is controlled?
Do not discontinue Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet without consulting your doctor, even if you feel well or your blood pressure is controlled. Abruptly stopping the medication may cause significant fluctuations in your blood pressure. If necessary, your doctor will gradually reduce the dosage over two weeks.
When can I take Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet?
Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet is prescribed at a single, lowest dose. You can consume this tablet in the morning. However, if a divided dose is prescribed, one dose can be taken in the morning and the other in the evening.
How should I take Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet?
Take Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Consuming it whole (without crushing or chewing it) with adequate water is crucial. The timing of administration, before, during, or after meals, should be flexible as food does not affect its efficacy.
Who should not take Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet?
Do not use Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet if you are allergic to it or have heart function insufficiency. Moreover, avoiding the medication is recommended if you suffer from a slow heart rate (below 50 beats/minute at rest) or an abnormal heartbeat (called sick-sinus syndrome or second or third degree AV-block).
What are the symptoms of overdose of Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet?
Symptoms of Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet overdose include headache, drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, weakness, and slow heart rate. Other common side effects can be dry mouth, nausea, fatigue, and abdominal pain. In case of an overdose, contact your doctor or the nearest hospital emergency department immediately.
Can I take atenolol with Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet?
You can co-administer atenolol with Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet, but inform your doctor that you are taking atenolol as well. It is essential to stop atenolol a few days before stopping Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet due to the potential risk of elevated blood pressure if administered simultaneously.
Can Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet affect my sleep?
Sleep disturbance is a common side effect of Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet. This usually involves mild symptoms that subside quickly. Other prevalent side effects include headache, dizziness, vertigo (a spinning sensation), and sleepiness. Consult your doctor if these effects persist or cause concern.
What type of drug is Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet?
Moxidip 0.3mg Tablet belongs to the class of antihypertensive medications designed to lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients.
