Moxodip 0.2mg Tablet

Short Description

Moxodip 0.2mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It lowers the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. Lowering the blood pressure helps to prevent future stroke and heart attack.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Moxodip 0.2mg 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. It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine but try to reduce your salt intake. Common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia and back pain. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you. Before taking this medicine, its better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking it.

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. Moxodip 0.2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Dry mouth Nausea Dizziness Headache Insomnia Back pain

Alcohol Warning

Moxodip 0.2mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Moxodip 0.2mg 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

Moxodip 0.2mg 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

Moxodip 0.2mg Tablet is an anti-hypertensive medication. It works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

Moxodip 0.2mg 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 Reduce stress along with taking Moxodip 0.2mg Tablet. Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help. Moxodip 0.2mg 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.