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Midodrin Evolan

Active Ingredient:
Midodrine Hydrochloride
Origin:
EU

Midodrin Evolan (Midodrine Hydrochloride)

Midodrine Hydrochloride, the active ingredient in Midodrin Evolan, is an alpha-1 adrenergic agonist presented as an oral tablet for oral use. It is used to raise standing blood pressure in patients who experience orthostatic hypotension.

GNH India supplies Midodrin Evolan as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Evolan Pharma Ab

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Midodrine Hydrochloride acts on the peripheral vascular alpha‑1 receptors to treat conditions characterized by low standing blood pressure.

  • Orthostatic hypotension: increases standing systolic pressure and reduces dizziness and fainting episodes.
  • Neurogenic orthostatic hypotension: improves vascular tone in patients with autonomic failure, helping maintain cerebral perfusion.
  • Syncope due to hypotension: lessens the frequency of fainting attacks caused by inadequate blood pressure when upright.

How It Works

  • Midodrine is a pro‑drug that is rapidly converted to desglymidodrine, an active metabolite that selectively stimulates peripheral alpha‑1 adrenergic receptors. This stimulation induces vasoconstriction of arterioles and veins, thereby increasing systemic vascular resistance and raising standing blood pressure without significant direct cardiac effects.

Side Effects

Midodrine may cause a range of adverse reactions, most of which are dose‑related and reversible upon discontinuation.

Common Side Effects

  • Piloerection (goose‑flesh skin)
  • Itching or rash
  • Urinary retention
  • Supine hypertension
  • Headache
  • Nausea

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Severe hypertension, especially when lying down
  • Bradycardia or other arrhythmias
  • Ischemic cardiac events
  • Allergic reactions including angioedema
  • Peripheral ischemia
  • Thromboembolic events

Precautions & Warnings

When prescribing Midodrine, clinicians should consider several safety measures to minimize risk.

  • Blood pressure monitoring: check supine and standing pressures regularly.
  • Cardiac disease: avoid in patients with severe heart failure or uncontrolled hypertension.
  • Renal impairment: adjust dose or monitor closely in reduced kidney function.
  • Concomitant antihypertensives: review and possibly reduce other blood‑pressure‑lowering agents.
  • Pregnancy: risk category unknown; use only if potential benefit justifies potential risk.
  • Store at ambient temperature: keep in the original container, protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

Avoid Interactions

Midodrine can interact with several drug classes, influencing its efficacy and safety profile.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Other vasopressors (e.g., phenylephrine) – additive hypertensive effect.
  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors – risk of excessive vasoconstriction.
  • Tricyclic antidepressants – may potentiate blood‑pressure rise.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Diuretics – may enhance orthostatic hypotension when combined.
  • Beta‑blockers – can blunt compensatory heart‑rate response.
  • ACE inhibitors or ARBs – may require blood‑pressure monitoring for additive effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Midodrin Evolan contains midodrine hydrochloride, which is prescribed to increase standing blood pressure in patients with orthostatic hypotension. By raising vascular tone, it helps reduce dizziness, light‑headedness, and fainting episodes that occur when a person stands up.

Midodrine is a pro‑drug that is converted in the body to desglymidodrine. The active metabolite selectively activates peripheral alpha‑1 adrenergic receptors, causing blood‑vessel constriction. This raises systemic vascular resistance and improves blood pressure when a patient moves to an upright position.

The appropriate dose of Midodrin Evolan is determined by the prescribing clinician based on the individual’s condition, response, and tolerability. Dosage adjustments are made according to blood‑pressure measurements and clinical judgment.

The pregnancy safety category for midodrine hydrochloride is unknown. It should only be used during pregnancy or lactation if the potential benefit outweighs any possible risk to the fetus or infant, and after a careful risk‑benefit assessment by the healthcare provider.

To place an order, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com, specifying the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details and any necessary import documentation.

Midodrine is an oral alpha‑1 agonist that directly increases vascular tone, whereas alternatives such as fludrocortisone act by expanding plasma volume. Midodrine typically has a faster onset and is useful when rapid blood‑pressure support is needed, but it may cause supine hypertension, a consideration not shared by all other agents.

Midodrin Evolan should be stored at ambient temperature, below 25 °C. Keep the tablets in the original packaging, protect them from moisture and direct sunlight, and ensure the container is tightly closed to maintain product stability.

Midodrin Evolan is taken orally, usually with a full glass of water. The tablet is swallowed whole and not chewed or crushed. Dosing times are typically spaced throughout the day, and the last dose is often taken several hours before bedtime to reduce the risk of supine hypertension.

The most serious risks include severe supine hypertension, which can lead to cardiovascular complications, and rare but serious events such as bradycardia, arrhythmias, or peripheral ischemia. Patients should be monitored closely for any signs of excessive blood‑pressure elevation, especially when lying down.

Midodrin Evolan is contraindicated in patients with severe organic heart disease, uncontrolled hypertension, or known hypersensitivity to midodrine or any of its excipients. It should also be avoided in individuals who cannot safely monitor their blood pressure while on therapy.

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