Gutron
Midodrine at the 5mg tablet strength, used in the management of orthostatic hypotension. A selective alpha-1 agonist that narrows the arterioles.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Midodrine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Gutron on your behalf.
- Condition
- Hypotension
- Alternative names
- Bramox
- Therapeutic class
- Alpha-adrenergic agonist
- Pharmacological class
- Sympathomimetic agent
- Contraindications
- severe heart disease; pheochromocytoma; severe renal impairment; hyperthyroidism
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor blood pressure in the supine position; avoid use before bedtime
- Minor side effects
- piloerection; pruritus; scalp tingling
- Moderate side effects
- urinary retention; supine hypertension
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Takeda
- Onset time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 2–4 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, away from light.
- Drug interactions
- alpha-blockers; antihypertensives
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Consult a specialist usage only. Breastfeeding: Use with caution.
Serious side effects
hypertensive crisis, requires immediate medical attention; bradycardia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Midodrine at the 5mg tablet strength, used in the management of orthostatic hypotension. A selective alpha-1 agonist that narrows the arterioles.
Mechanism of action
Midodrine is a prodrug that acts as a selective alpha-1 adrenergic agonist, causing vasoconstriction of arterioles and veins, thereby increasing blood pressure.
Gutron is a brand of midodrine, a common treatment for orthostatic hypotension and hypotension. The same active ingredient is also sold as Bramox. This medication is supplied as a 5mg tablet. It is used by patients who require targeted help in maintaining normal blood pressure levels.
Buying Gutron online
Generic alternatives are often more affordable than the original brand, offering a practical solution for expats and residents who require reliable access to their medication at home.
What you will receive
Gutron is the originator brand name, made by Takeda. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Takeda and do not ship the original Gutron.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Midodrine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.