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Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet is used to treat orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure on standing). It contains midodrine, which works by tightening the blood vessels, thereby increasing blood pressure. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, heartburn, and pain during urination. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Synonym :

MIDODRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Composition :

MIDODRINE-2.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet

Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet belongs to a category of medications called ‘Antihypotensives’ primarily used to treat hypotension (low blood pressure). Hypotension is when blood pressure drops below the normal range, reducing cardiac output and hypovolemia (low blood volume). It can cause dizziness, weakness, fainting, and risk of injury from falls.

Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet contains the active ingredient midodrine hydrochloride, which acts on the blood vessels via the sympathetic nervous system to correct imbalances of blood distribution. This should help relieve the symptoms you might suffer, such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, and weakness when sitting or standing up.

Take Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Some people may experience Supine hypertension, Reflex bradycardia, Arrhythmias, Rash, Nausea, Vomiting, Dyspepsia, Headache, and Urinary retention. Most of these side effects of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet or other medicines. If you are a pregnant woman or nursing mother, do not consume Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet without first consulting your doctor. It should not be used in children below 18 years. Midodrine is contraindicated in patients with severe organic heart disease, congestive heart failure, thyrotoxicosis, phaeochromocytoma, acute renal disease, severe renal insufficiency, urinary retention, narrow-angle glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, known hypersensitivity to any component of the product. And also, Patients with a history of CVA should be monitored closely.

Uses of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet

Treatment of Idiopathic postural hypotension or hypotension.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet contains the active ingredient midodrine hydrochloride, which acts on the blood vessels via the sympathetic nervous system to correct imbalances of blood distribution. This should help relieve the symptoms you might suffer, such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, and weakness when sitting or standing up.

How Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet Works

Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet contains the active ingredient midodrine hydrochloride, which acts on the blood vessels via the sympathetic nervous system to correct imbalances of blood distribution. This should help relieve the symptoms you might suffer, such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, and weakness when sitting or standing up.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet

  • Supine hypertension

  • Chest pain

  • Palpitations

  • Headache

  • Blurred vision

  • Reflex bradycardia

  • Arrhythmias

  • Rash

  • Nausea

  • Vomiting

  • Dyspepsia

  • Urinary retention

What if I have taken an overdose of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet

Take Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet only as prescribed by the physician. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include palpitations, headache, pounding in ears, goose bumps, blurred vision, difficulty urinating, and cold sensation. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. If you get pregnant during treatment with Midodrine, you must stop the treatment immediately once the pregnancy is confirmed. It should not be used in children below 18 years. Midodrine is contraindicated in patients with severe organic heart disease, congestive heart failure, thyrotoxicosis, phaeochromocytoma, acute renal disease, severe renal insufficiency, urinary retention, narrow-angle glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, known hypersensitivity to any component of the product. And also, Patients with a history of CVA should be monitored closely.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MidodrineDihydroergotamine
Critical
MidodrineMethysergide
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MidodrineDihydroergotamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Dihydroergotamine with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dihydroergotamine with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet together is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any of these symptoms like headaches, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discolouration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, eye redness, confusion, or slurred speech, consult a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MidodrineMethysergide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet:
Using methysergide maleate together with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet may cause significant increases in blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet with Methysergide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discolouration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting a doctor.
MidodrineLinezolid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet along with linezolid could increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking linezolid with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
MidodrineDoxapram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet with doxapram can increase effect of Doxapram.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Doxapram with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
MidodrineErgotamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet:
Using ergotamine together with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet and Ergotamine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you're having any of these symptoms like abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discolouration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MidodrineIobenguane (131i)
Severe
How does the drug interact with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet with Iobenguane can cause a decrease in the absorption of Iobenguane resulting in a low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet with Iobenguane (131i) can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Add foods with high vitamin B12, including eggs, fortified cereals, and nutritional yeast, to your daily diet.

  • Salty foods can increase blood pressure. Try eating canned soup, cottage cheese, olives, and pickled items.
  • Drink coffee and caffeinated tea, which may increase blood pressure by stimulating the cardiovascular system.
  • Eat small meals more frequently; large meals may drop in blood pressure as your body works harder to digest larger meals.
  • Drink more water and limit alcohol; dehydration lowers blood pressure.
  • Change body position by standing up slowly.
  • Avoid prolonged bed rest.
  • If you exercise outdoors in extreme heat, take frequent breaks.
  • Avoid spending a long time in saunas, hot tubs, and steam rooms which cause dehydration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIHYPOTENSIVES

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Alcohol

Caution

Consuming alcohol along with Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult the doctor. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor, and there is no substantial research yet on the use of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Patients who experience dizziness or lightheadedness while receiving Midodrine should refrain from operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information is available on the use of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them. Please consult your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information is available on the use of Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet in patients with Kidney disease. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them. Please consult your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.

FAQs

Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet is used to treat idiopathic postural hypotension or hypotension (low blood pressure)

Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet contains the active ingredient midodrine hydrochloride, which acts on the blood vessels via the sympathetic nervous system to correct imbalances of blood distribution. This should help relieve the symptoms you might suffer, such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, and weakness when sitting or standing up.

Do not stop taking Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet on your own. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Do not hesitate to speak with your doctor if you experience difficulty while taking Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet .

Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with severe organic heart disease, congestive heart failure, thyrotoxicosis, phaeochromocytoma, acute renal disease, severe renal insufficiency, urinary retention, narrow-angle glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, known hypersensitivity to any component of the product. And also, Patients with a history of CVA should be monitored closely.

Midgeo 2.5 mg Tablet is metabolised to desglymidodrine, an active metabolite that activates alpha-1-adrenergic receptors on arterioles and venules, causing smooth muscle contraction and blood pressure increase. Midodrine may cause a drop in heart rate due to the vagal reflex.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Centaur House, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz East, Mumbai 400 055, India.
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Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jan 1, 2025 | 2:47 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Midodrine-Information-Leaflet.pdf
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/12496/smpc#gref
  3. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.12496.pdf
  4. https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/midodrine.html
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