Methyldopa and Pedia Care Multi-Symptom Cold

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Using phenylephrine together with methyldopa may cause an increase in blood pressure. Contact your doctor if your condition changes. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or need your blood pressure checked more often to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

MONITOR: Limited data suggest that methyldopa and other sympatholytics may increase or prolong the pressor effect of sympathomimetics. Hypertension may result. Data exist for phenylpropanolamine and norepinephrine.

MANAGEMENT: If these drugs must be coadministered, blood pressure should be closely monitored. Discontinuation of the sympathomimetic may be necessary if hypertension develops.

Methyldopa

Generic Name: methyldopa

Brand name: Aldomet

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Methyldopa?

Pedia Care Multi-Symptom Cold

Generic Name: dextromethorphan / phenylephrine

Brand name: Albatussin Pediatric, Pedia Care Multi-Symptom Cold, PediaCare Children’s Multi-Symptom, Sudafed PE Cold & Cough Child, Triacting Day Time Cold/Cough, Vicks Formula 44D Cough & Sinus Congestion Relief, Triaminic Daytime Cough & Cold, Triaminic Thin Strips Cough and Congestion, Triaminic Toddler Cough and Cold Thin Strips, Triaminic Day Time Cold & Cough, Dimetapp Cold & Cough, Triaminic Thin Strips Infant Decongestant Plus Cough, PediaCare Infant Decongestant & Cough, Sudafed PE Children's Cold & Cough

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Pedia Care Multi-Symptom Cold?