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Orthostatic Hypotension : Drugs

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Orthostatic Hypotension
One of the most commonly prescribed medications for treating orthostatic hypotension is fludrocortisone acetate. This chemical is a synthetic mineralocorticoid which expands circulatory volume. This drug can cause a decrease of an important body e...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders

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Midodrine Hydrochloride Oral tablet
MIDODRINE is used to treat low blood pressure in patients who have symptoms like dizziness when going from a sitting to a standing position. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
Source:GOLD
midodrine
A synthetic sympathomimetic amine structurally similar to methoxamine; a relatively long-acting α 1 -selective adrenergic agonist.
Source:AHFS
Fludrocortisone Acetate Oral tablet
FLUDROCORTISONE is a corticosteroid. It is used to treat Addison's disease and to treat a salt losing condition called adrenogenital syndrome. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
Source:GOLD
fludrocortisone
Synthetic corticosteroid; very potent mineralocorticoid activity.
Source:AHFS
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