apollo
0

Welcome User

Login/Sign Up

Home
Buy Medicines
Lab Tests
Doctor Consult
Circle Membership
Insurance
Blogs
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Return & Refunds
Need Help
Terms and Conditions
  1. Home
  2. Medicine

  3. Hypodrin 5 Tablet 10's

Hypodrin 5 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sureshvarma D , MPharma
Non returnable*
Know More
COD available

Online payment accepted

rxMedicinePrescription drug

Whats That

tooltip

Composition :

MIDODRINE-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Hypodrin 5 Tablet

Hypodrin 5 Tablet belongs to a category of medications called ‘Antihypotensives’ primarily used to treat hypotension (low blood pressure). Hypotension is when blood pressure drops below the normal range, reducing cardiac output and hypovolemia (low blood volume). It can cause dizziness, weakness, fainting, and risk of injury from falls.

Hypodrin 5 Tablet contains the active ingredient midodrine hydrochloride, which acts on the blood vessels via the sympathetic nervous system to correct imbalances of blood distribution. This should help relieve the symptoms you might suffer, such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, and weakness when sitting or standing up.

Take Hypodrin 5 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Hypodrin 5 Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Some people may experience Supine hypertension, Reflex bradycardia, Arrhythmias, Rash, Nausea, Vomiting, Dyspepsia, Headache, and Urinary retention. Most of these side effects of Hypodrin 5 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Hypodrin 5 Tablet or other medicines. If you are a pregnant woman or nursing mother, do not consume Hypodrin 5 Tablet without first consulting your doctor. It should not be used in children below 18 years. Midodrine is contraindicated in patients with severe organic heart disease, congestive heart failure, thyrotoxicosis, phaeochromocytoma, acute renal disease, severe renal insufficiency, urinary retention, narrow-angle glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, known hypersensitivity to any component of the product. And also, Patients with a history of CVA should be monitored closely.

Uses of Hypodrin 5 Tablet

Idiopathic postural hypotension or hypotension

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Hypodrin 5 Tablet contains the active ingredient midodrine hydrochloride, which acts on the blood vessels via the sympathetic nervous system to correct imbalances of blood distribution. This should help relieve the symptoms you might suffer, such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, and weakness when sitting or standing up.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Hypodrin 5 Tablet
  • Change positions or take a break from activity to relieve symptoms.
  • Avoid postures that put a lot of pressure on just one area of the body.
  • If you have vitamin deficiency, take supplements or change your diet.
  • Exercise regularly like cycling, walking or swimming.
  • Avoid sitting with your legs crossed.
  • Clench and unclench your fists and wiggle your toes.
  • Massage the affected area.
  • Wear warm clothing, especially when it's cold outside.
  • Avoid drafts and heavy air conditioning.
  • Practice to stay calm during stressful or emotional situations.
  • Apply a cream that contains urea, lactic acid, salicylic acid, or alpha-hydroxy acid to help smooth rough patches and prevent more bumps.
  • Painful urination can be reduced by drinking lots of water.
  • Don't hold urine, as it can worsen the pain during urination.
  • Try taking probiotics and eating garlic, which can help reduce painful urination.
  • Sleep well and give enough rest to your body.
  • Take a balanced diet and avoid bladder-irritating foods.
  • Quit smoking and intake of alcohol.
  • Practice yoga and meditation to improve inner strength and stay healthy.
Here are the few steps for dealing with itching caused by drug use:
  • Report the itching to your doctor immediately; they may need to change your medication or dosage.
  • Use a cool, damp cloth on the itchy area to help soothe and calm the skin, reducing itching and inflammation.
  • Keep your skin hydrated and healthy with gentle, fragrance-free moisturizers.
  • Try not to scratch, as this can worsen the itching and irritate your skin.
  • If your doctor prescribes, you can take oral medications or apply topical creams or ointments to help relieve itching.
  • Track your itching symptoms and follow your doctor's guidance to adjust your treatment plan if needed. If the itching persists, consult your doctor for further advice.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Wear comfortable layers of clothes and get to a warm place.
  • Drink warm fluids like coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
  • Warm up using a blanket or heating pad.
  • Apply a hot/cold pack to the affected area.
  • Doing gentle exercises can help cope with pain by stretching muscles.
  • Get enough sleep. It helps enhance mood and lower pain sensitivity.
  • Avoid alcohol, smoking and tobacco as they can increase pain.
  • Follow a well-balanced meal.
  • Meditation and massages may also help with pain.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Hypodrin 5 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. If you get pregnant during treatment with Midodrine, you must stop the treatment immediately once the pregnancy is confirmed. It should not be used in children below 18 years. Midodrine is contraindicated in patients with severe organic heart disease, congestive heart failure, thyrotoxicosis, phaeochromocytoma, acute renal disease, severe renal insufficiency, urinary retention, narrow-angle glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, known hypersensitivity to any component of the product. And also, Patients with a history of CVA should be monitored closely.

Drug-Drug Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
MidodrineDihydroergotamine
Critical
MidodrineErgotamine
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

Login/Sign Up

MidodrineDihydroergotamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hypodrin 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Dihydroergotamine with Hypodrin 5 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dihydroergotamine with Hypodrin 5 Tablet together is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any of these symptoms like headaches, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discolouration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, eye redness, confusion, or slurred speech, consult a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MidodrineErgotamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hypodrin 5 Tablet:
Using ergotamine together with Hypodrin 5 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Hypodrin 5 Tablet and Ergotamine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you're having any of these symptoms like abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discolouration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MidodrineMethysergide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hypodrin 5 Tablet:
Using methysergide maleate together with Hypodrin 5 Tablet may cause significant increases in blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Hypodrin 5 Tablet with Methysergide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discolouration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting a doctor.
MidodrineIobenguane (131i)
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hypodrin 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Hypodrin 5 Tablet with Iobenguane can cause a decrease in the absorption of Iobenguane resulting in a low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Hypodrin 5 Tablet with Iobenguane (131i) can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
MidodrineDoxapram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hypodrin 5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Hypodrin 5 Tablet with doxapram can increase effect of Doxapram.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Doxapram with Hypodrin 5 Tablet together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
MidodrineLinezolid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hypodrin 5 Tablet:
Taking Hypodrin 5 Tablet along with linezolid could increase the risk or severity of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking linezolid with Hypodrin 5 Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Login/Sign Up

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Add foods with high vitamin B12, including eggs, fortified cereals, and nutritional yeast, to your daily diet.
  • Salty foods can increase blood pressure. Try eating canned soup, cottage cheese, olives, and pickled items.
  • Drink coffee and caffeinated tea, which may increase blood pressure by stimulating the cardiovascular system.
  • Eat small meals more frequently; large meals may drop in blood pressure as your body works harder to digest larger meals.
  • Drink more water and limit alcohol; dehydration lowers blood pressure.
  • Change body position by standing up slowly.
  • Avoid prolonged bed rest.
  • If you exercise outdoors in extreme heat, take frequent breaks.
  • Avoid spending a long time in saunas, hot tubs, and steam rooms which cause dehydration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIHYPOTENSIVES

Hypodrin 5 Tablet Substitute

Substitutes safety advice

Product Substitutes

Author Details

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Sureshvarma D

Reviewed By

Sureshvarma D

MPharma

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:40 AM IST

Doctor imageWe provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Drug-Diseases Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

Login/Sign Up

FAQs

Hypodrin 5 Tablet contains the active ingredient midodrine hydrochloride, which acts on the blood vessels via the sympathetic nervous system to correct imbalances of blood distribution. This should help relieve the symptoms you might suffer, such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, and weakness when sitting or standing up.

Do not stop taking Hypodrin 5 Tablet on your own. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Hypodrin 5 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Do not hesitate to speak with your doctor if you experience difficulty while taking Hypodrin 5 Tablet .

Do not take Hypodrin 5 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will prescribe Hypodrin 5 Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Hypodrin 5 Tablet is contraindicated in patients with severe organic heart disease, congestive heart failure, thyrotoxicosis, phaeochromocytoma, acute renal disease, severe renal insufficiency, urinary retention, narrow-angle glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, known hypersensitivity to any component of the product. And also, Patients with a history of CVA should be monitored closely.

Hypodrin 5 Tablet is metabolised to desglymidodrine, an active metabolite that activates alpha-1-adrenergic receptors on arterioles and venules, causing smooth muscle contraction and blood pressure increase. Midodrine may cause a drop in heart rate due to the vagal reflex.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DULOXETINE
  • FLUDROCORTISONE
  • METOPROLOL

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hypotension: Low blood pressure is when blood pressure drops below the normal range. It can cause dizziness, weakness, fainting, and risk of injury from falls. Also, severely low blood pressure can deprive your body of enough oxygen to carry out its functions, damaging your heart and brain. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure in arteries when the heart rests between heartbeats. Ideal blood pressure should be 120/80 mmHg. Hypotension exists when the systolic pressure is less than 90 mmHg and the diastolic pressure is less than 60 mmHg.

Have a query?

whatsapp Floating Button
Buy Now
Add to Cart