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Orthostatic Hypotension

Orthostatic hypotension is a drop in blood pressure that happens when you stand up after sitting or lying down. It can cause dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting.

Gutron

Midodrine

2.5mg · 5mg · 10mg

Midodrine tablets for low blood pressure that causes dizziness on standing. It works by tightening blood vessels to keep blood pressure from dropping when you rise.

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Key points

  • Orthostatic hypotension is diagnosed when the upper blood pressure number drops by more than 20 millimetres of mercury within three minutes of standing.
  • Standing up too quickly, dehydration or certain medicines can bring on a drop in blood pressure.

Medicines listed for Orthostatic Hypotension

The listed product, Gutron, is a tablet containing midodrine for orthostatic hypotension. Midodrine works by narrowing blood vessels, which supports circulation when standing up. Gutron comes in 2.5mg, 5mg and 10mg tablets.

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