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Encyclopedia: Methyldopa

Methyldopa has variable absorption from the gut of approximately 50%. It is metabolized in the intestines and liver; its metabolite alpha-methylnorepineprine acts in the brain to stimulate alpha-adrenergic receptors decreasing total peripheral resistance. It is excreted in urine.

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Pregnancy-induced hypertension

). Treatment options are limited, as many antihypertensives may negatively affect the fetus; methyldopa...

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ATC code C02

alkoloids, combinations C02AA57 Bietaserpine, combinations C02AB Methyldopa C02AB01 Methyldopa (levorotatory) C02AB02 Methyldopa (racemic) C02AC Imidazoline receptor agonists C02AC01 Clonidine..., combinations with psycholeptics C02LB Methyldopa and diuretics in combination C02LB01 Methyldopa...

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Hepatitis

hepatitis[1]: Halothane (a specific type of anesthetic gas) Methyldopa (antihypertensive) Isoniazid (INH...

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