# Midodrine Hcl (Midodrine Hydrochloride)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/midodrine-hcl
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Midodrine Hcl?

Midodrine Hcl (brand name: Midodrine Hydrochloride) is an alpha-adrenergic agonist. It is prescribed to treat urinary incontinence, hypotension, orthostatic. Across the United States, 32,000 doctors prescribe Midodrine to approximately 106,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Midodrine Hydrochloride

## Indications

Midodrine Hcl is prescribed for the treatment of urinary incontinence, hypotension and orthostatic.

## Conditions treated

- [Urinary Incontinence](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/urinary-incontinence)
- [Hypotension](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/hypotension)
- [Orthostatic](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/orthostatic)

## Mechanism of action

causing blood vessels to tighten, which increases blood pressure

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: alpha-adrenergic agonists
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

urinary retention (5), increased urinary frequency (2), urinary urgency (2), 4 1 Includes hyperesthesia and scalp paresthesia 2 Includes dysuria (1), impaired urination (1)

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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