Minoxidil tablets must usually be administered concomitantly with a diuretic adequate to prevent fluid retention. Concomitant treatment to prevent tachycardia is usually required as Minoxidil increases the heart rate. Because of the potential for serious adverse effects, minoxidil tablets are indicated only in the treatment of hypertension that is symptomatic or associated with target organ damage and is not manageable with maximum therapeutic doses of a diuretic plus two other antihypertensives drugs.
Dosage:The dosage range for for Minoxidil tablets is 5mg to 40mg per day.
Precautions: Do not take Minoxidil if you have: pheochromocytoma, an aortic (heart) aneurysm, or have had a heart attack or stroke.
Before taking minoxidil, tell your doctor if you have chest pain (angina) or kidney disease.
Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy. The combination of guanethidine (Ismelin) and minoxidil may cause severely low blood pressure.