Pindolol Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 9, 2023.
Applies to the following strengths: 10 mg; 5 mg
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Hypertension
Initial dose: 5 mg orally 2 times a day
Titration: The dose may be adjusted in increments of 10 mg per day every 3 to 4 weeks
Maximum dose: 60 mg per day
Comments:
- This drug may be taken with or without food.
- This drug may be given alone or in combination with other antihypertensive drugs.
- Antihypertensive response usually occurs within the first week of treatment.
- Maximal response may take 2 weeks or longer.
Use: For the management of hypertension as a single agent or concomitantly with other antihypertensive agents, particularly with a thiazide-type diuretic
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
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Precautions
This drug is not recommended for use in children.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
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Other Comments
Administration advice:
- This drug may be taken with or without food.
General:
- This drug may be given alone or in combination with other antihypertensive drugs.
- Antihypertensive response usually occurs within the first week of treatment.
- Maximal response may take 2 weeks or longer.
Monitoring:
- Both cardiac and thyroid function should be monitored in patients having, or suspected of developing, thyrotoxicosis.
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