Guanadrel
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Guanadrel belongs to a class of antihypertensive used in the treatment of hypertension. It works by controlling nerve impulses and inhibit norepinephrine as a result relaxes the blood vessels so that blood passes through them easily hence lowering the blood pressure.
Indications
Guanadrel is primarily indicated in conditions like Hypertension.
Contraindications
Guanadrel is contraindicated in conditions like Asthma, Heart failure, Peptic ulcer, Stomatitis, Kidney disease.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Guanadrel, which give rise to further complications include Allergy, Anxiety, Weight gain, Dizziness, Chest pain, Heart failure, Blurred vision, Constipation. Guanadrel produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Heart failure. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Guanadrel therapy.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Guanadrel include Blurred vision, Fainting, Syncope, Orthoststic hypotension. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Guanadrel are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue, Diarrhea, Fever, Rashes, Nasal congestion, Orthostatic hypotension, Loss of appetite, Swelling of feet.
Warnings
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Guanadrel may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Patient should avoid sudden position changes to prevent orthostatic hypotension.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, Geriatrics, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages, he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
5 to 25 mg (15 (15)) 12 hourly Oral —
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Guanadrel was found.
Storage
Drug Form Store at room temperature. Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.