Apresoline

Indicated to address elevated blood pressure to manage vascular tone and relieve cardiac strain.

Dosage

Pack size

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Apresoline, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Apresoline vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Apresoline details

Conditions: Hypertension · Heart Failure
Alternative names: hydralazine
Therapeutic class: Vasodilator
Pharmacological class: Direct-Acting Vasodilator
Known off-label uses: preeclampsia
Minor side effects: headache; palpitations; nausea
Moderate side effects: tachycardia; orthostatic hypotension; joint pain
Serious side effects: drug-induced lupus erythematosus, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Novartis
Onset Time: 30–45 minutes
Duration: 6–8 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: MAO Inhibitors; Beta Blockers; Antihypertensives
Age restrictions: Approved for paediatric and adult populations.

Contraindications

coronary artery disease; mitral valvular rheumatic heart disease; hypersensitivity to hydralazine

Patient summary

indicated to address elevated blood pressure to manage vascular tone and relieve cardiac strain.

Mechanism of action

Exerts a direct relaxing effect on vascular smooth muscle, primarily in the arterial system, lowering total peripheral resistance.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category C: Safety not fully established in human pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Compatible.

Apresoline is the originator brand name, made by Novartis. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Novartis.

The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Hydralazine is offered.
The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
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