Moxodil 0.3 Tablet
Manufacturer
Daksh Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Moxonidine (0.3mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Moxodil 0.3 Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It lowers the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Moxodil 0.3 Tablet can be taken with or without food. You can take it at any time of day but try to take it at the same time each day. You should take this medicine as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly without consulting the doctor. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill but if you stop taking this medicine your condition could get worse. This may lead to your blood pressure rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Moxodil 0.3 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and sugarless candy may help. Moxodil 0.3 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.
Alcohol Warning
Moxodil 0.3 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Moxodil 0.3 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Moxodil 0.3 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. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Amitriptyline Amoxapine Clomipramine Dosulepin
How it works
Moxodil 0.3 Tablet is an anti-hypertensive medication. It works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Quick Tips
Moxodil 0.3 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 healthy (low-sodium diet), exercise, quit smoking, limit alcohol intake, and reduce stress along with taking Moxodil 0.3 Tablet. Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and sugarless candy may help. Moxodil 0.3 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
It's essential to continue taking Moxodil 0.3 Tablet even if your blood pressure is controlled, as suddenly stopping the medicine can cause significant changes in your blood pressure. Consult with your doctor to gradually reduce the dose over a period of two weeks if necessary.
Do not stop taking Moxodil 0.3 Tablet without discussing it with your doctor, even if you feel fine or your blood pressure is controlled. Suddenly stopping the medicine may cause serious changes in your blood pressure. If required, your doctor will slowly reduce the dose over 2 weeks.
If prescribed a single lowest dose of Moxodil 0.3 Tablet, it's recommended to take it in the morning. For divided doses, one can be taken in the morning and the other in the evening.
In case you are prescribed a single lowest dose of Moxodil 0.3 Tablet, you can take it in the morning. On the other hand, if divided doses are to be taken, one dose can be taken in the morning and the other in the evening.
It's crucial to take Moxodil 0.3 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take it whole (without crushing or chewing) with sufficient water. It can be taken before, during, or after meals, as food does not affect its working.
You should take Moxodil 0.3 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take it as a whole (without crushing or chewing it) with sufficient amount of water. It can be taken before, during or after meals, as food does not affect the working of Moxodil 0.3 Tablet.
You should avoid taking Moxodil 0.3 Tablet if you are allergic to it or have heart function insufficiency. Also, refrain from using the medicine if you have a slow heart rate (below 50 beats/minute at rest) or suffer from an abnormal heart rhythm or a change in the rate of the heartbeat (called sick-sinus syndrome or second or third degree AV-block).
You should not take Moxodil 0.3 Tablet if you are allergic to it or have heart function insufficiency. Prefer not to use the medicine if you have a slow heart rate (below 50 beats/minute at rest) or suffer from an abnormal heart rhythm or a change in the rate of the heartbeat (called sick-sinus syndrome or second or third degree AV-block).
Symptoms of overdose include headache, feeling sleepy, fall in blood pressure, feeling dizzy, unusual weakness, and slow heart rate. Other symptoms can be dry mouth, being sick, feeling tired, and abdominal pain. If you suspect an overdose, contact your doctor or the nearest hospital emergency department immediately.
Symptoms of overdose of Moxodil 0.3 Tablet include headache, feeling sleepy, fall in blood pressure, feeling dizzy, unusual weakness, and slow heart rate. The other symptoms can be dry mouth, being sick, feeling tired, and abdominal pain. In case of overdose contact your doctor or nearest hospital emergency department immediately.
You can take atenolol along with Moxodil 0.3 Tablet but inform your doctor that you are taking atenolol also. If you plan to stop Moxodil 0.3 Tablet, stop taking atenolol a few days before you stop Moxodil 0.3 Tablet to avoid an increased blood pressure.
You can take atenolol along with Moxodil 0.3 Tablet but inform your doctor that you are taking atenolol also. Also, if you plan to stop Moxodil 0.3 Tablet, stop taking atenolol few days before you stop Moxodil 0.3 Tablet. This is because stopping both treatments at the same time could result in an increased blood pressure.
Sleep disturbance is a common side effect of Moxodil 0.3 Tablet, which tends to be mild and settles down soon. Other possible side effects may include headache, dizziness, vertigo (a spinning sensation), and sleepiness. If these effects persist or worry you, consult your doctor.
Sleep disturbance is a common side effect of Moxodil 0.3 Tablet. This tends to be mild and settles down soon. Other common side effects may include headache, dizziness, vertigo (a spinning sensation), and sleepiness. Contact your doctor if these effects persist or worry you.
Moxodil 0.3 Tablet belongs to the antihypertensive class of medicines, used to lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients.
Moxodil 0.3 Tablet belongs to antihypertensive class of medicines. It is used to lower blood pressure of hypertensive patients.
