Brand name: Hydopa
Hydopa is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) methyldopa. On this page you will find out more about Hydopa, including side effects, age restrictions, food interactions and whether the medicine is subsidised by the government on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS)
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Active ingredient in this medicine: methyldopa
Over 65 years of age?
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Information for medicine and pack size:
Hydopa 250 mg film-coated tablet, 100
Consumer Medicine Information leaflet:
This leaflet may also be found inside the medicine package. It contains information on side effects, age restrictions and other useful data.
What this medicine is for
INDICATIONS AS AT 7 May 1996: Hypertension (mild, moderate to severe)
Table of characteristics
| Active ingredient | |
|---|---|
| Visual appearance |
10.2 mm yellow film coated normal convex tablet marked MD 250 on one side, G on the reverse
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| Dosage Form | Tablet, film coated |
| Route of administration | Oral |
| Medicine schedule |
100: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
30: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
500: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
90: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
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There is one type of pack available.
Pack type 1
| Type | Bottle |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | Store below 30 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | No information available |
| Life time | 3 Years |
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on 1 May 2018
The PBS provides a list of government subsidised medicines available to be dispensed to patients. Further information can be found on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme website.
Is this medication banned in sport?
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