Medicines and Drugs to Treat High Blood Pressure
Methyldopa (Aldomet)
In the body, methyldopa is broken down to its metabolite (alpha-methylnorepinephrine) which acts on the areas of the brain known to cause vasodilatation. Besides this central action, a peripheral anti-hypertensive action is also possible.
It is considered to be the drug of choice for pregnancy associated hypertension.
Dosage: Methyldopa is administered orally in a dose of 250 mg, 3 to 4 times daily.
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