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Moxovas 0.3 Tablet

Manufactured byMACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
ContainsMoxonidine
Description
Moxovas 0.3 Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. It lowers your blood pressure by relaxing your blood vessels and decreasing your heart rate (the number of times the heart beats per minute). Moxovas 0.3 Tablet may cause common side effects such as dizziness, nausea/vomiting, fatigue, dry mouth, constipation, etc. These side effects usually subside with time. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. Moxovas 0.3 Tablet is a prescription medicine and should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. Take it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of this medicine in your body. Avoid discontinuing the treatment without consulting your doctor, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms (agitation, restlessness, headache, etc). Moxovas 0.3 Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have pre-existing heart or kidney problems before beginning treatment with this medicine. Also, inform your doctor about your current medications to avoid undesired effects. Moxovas 0.3 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medication.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Moxovas 0.3 Tablet

  • Sleep disturbances
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Back pain
  • Slow heart rate
  • Anxiety
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth

Uses of Moxovas 0.3 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken by Moxovas 0.3 Tablet to show its effect is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Moxovas 0.3 Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Moxovas 0.3 Tablet as it may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headaches, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Also, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Moxovas 0.3 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Moxovas 0.3 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Moxovas 0.3 Tablet passes into the breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended while breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Moxovas 0.3 Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Heart diseases

Moxovas 0.3 Tablet is not recommended if you have heart conditions such as bradyarrhythmia (a slow heart rate with irregular heart rhythm), sick-sinus syndrome (a heart rhythm disorder), or heart block greater than first degree (a condition where the heartbeats are slow or abnormal due to problem with the electrical impulses that control heart beats) as it may further worsen your condition.

Malignant arrhythmias

Moxovas 0.3 Tablet is not recommended for use if you are diagnosed with malignant arrhythmias (a life-threatening condition with abnormal heart rhythms) as it increases the risk of serious side effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Moxovas 0.3 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Moxovas 0.3 Tablet passes into the breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended while breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Other medicines

Moxovas 0.3 Tablet may interact with other medicines and cause undesired effects. Inform your doctor about your current medicines, including any herbs or supplements, before starting the treatment with this medicine.

Driving vehicles or operating machines

Moxovas 0.3 Tablet may cause sleepiness and dizziness. Hence avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking this medicine.

Use in children

Moxovas 0.3 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies.

Cardiac insufficiency

Cardiac insufficiency is when the heart muscles do not work efficiently in pumping blood throughout the body. Moxovas 0.3 Tablet should be used with extreme caution in case of cardiac insufficiency, as it may increase the risk of serious side effects. Your doctor may suggest regular clinical evaluation of heart function and vital signs. Also, your doctor may recommend appropriate dose adjustments or replacements with a suitable alternative, if necessary, based on your clinical condition.

Drug Withdrawal

Avoid sudden discontinuation of treatment with Moxovas 0.3 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as agitation, restlessness, rapid rise in blood pressure, nervousness, headache, nausea, etc. Your doctor will reduce the dose of this medicine slowly over a period to prevent any undesired effects.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Moxovas 0.3 Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Moxovas 0.3 Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Moxovas 0.3 Tablet as it may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headaches, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Also, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms.
Interaction with Medicine

Olanzapine

Tolazoline

Telmisartan

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

Moxovas 0.3 Tablet is eliminated by kidneys and should be used with caution if you have pre-existing kidney problems due to the increased risk of side effects resulting from the accumulation of this medicine in your body. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your kidney function and recommend dose adjustments, if necessary, based on your clinical condition.

Hypotension

Moxovas 0.3 Tablet may increase your risk of hypotension (low blood pressure). Inform your doctor if you experience any signs and symptoms of hypotension such as lightheadedness, dizziness, nausea, blurred vision, confusion, fainting, etc. Monitor your blood pressure regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Moxovas 0.3 Tablet with or without food. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not chew, crush, or break the tablet. Do not discontinue Moxovas 0.3 Tablet without consulting your doctor, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms (agitation, restlessness, etc). Moxovas 0.3 Tablet may cause dryness in your mouth. Take some sweets, mints, or chewing gum to help reduce the discomfort. Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Moxovas 0.3 Tablet as it may affect your blood pressure. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines if you experience any symptoms that may affect your alertness after taking Moxovas 0.3 Tablet.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works
Moxovas 0.3 Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels and decreasing the heart rate, thus improving blood flow throughout the body.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Anti-hypertensive agents, Antiadrenergic agents, centrally acting

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 14 Jul 2022

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