Methyldopa and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There are 2 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with methyldopa.
Methyldopa Alcohol (Ethanol)
Moderate Drug Interaction
Methyldopa and ethanol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. These side effects are most likely to be seen at the beginning of treatment, following a dose increase, or when treatment is restarted after an interruption. Let your doctor know if you develop these symptoms and they do not go away after a few days or they become troublesome. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you, and use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position. 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.
Methyldopa Multivitamins With Minerals
Moderate Drug Interaction
Methyldopa and multivitamin with minerals should not be taken orally at the same time. Products that contain iron may interfere with the absorption of methyldopa and reduce its effectiveness. You should separate the dosing of these medications by as much as possible. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. 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.
Methyldopa drug interactions
There are 310 drug interactions with methyldopa.
Methyldopa disease interactions
There are 8 disease interactions with methyldopa which include:
- liver disease
- cerebrovascular disease
- dialysis
- hemolytic anemia
- leukopenia
- peripheral edema
- pheochromocytoma
- psychoses
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Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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