Droxidopa
Warnings
What may interact with Droxidopa?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Ergot alkaloids, such as dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Certain MAOIs, such as Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
-Certain medications for migraine headache, such as almotriptan, eletriptan, frovatriptan, naratriptan, rizatriptan, sumatriptan, zolmitriptan
-Certain medications used to treat colds, such as phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine
-Linezolid
-Stimulant medications for attention disorders, weight loss, or to stay awake
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Droxidopa
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Heart disease
-History of irregular heartbeat
-An unusual or allergic reaction to droxidopa, tartrazine dye, aspirin, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Droxidopa?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. Check your blood pressure as directed. Know what your blood pressure should be when sitting and when standing and when to contact your care team.
When you rest and sleep, make sure that your upper body is elevated. Check your blood pressure regularly while in this position.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, or pain while you are taking this medication without asking your care team for advice. Some medications may increase your blood pressure.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, empty the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.
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