midodrine(ProAmatine, Orvaten)
Selective alpha-1 adrenergic agonist (prodrug)
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪdoʊdriːn/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- midodrine
- Brand names
- ProAmatine, Orvaten
- Therapeutic class
- Selective alpha-1 adrenergic agonist (prodrug)
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take during waking hours only; LAST dose at least 3-4 hours before lying down (supine HTN risk).
- Do not take after dinner.
- Check supine BP regularly.
- Report severe headache, vision changes, palpitations.
- Drink adequate fluids; consider compression stockings.
Sources
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