Midodrine
Drug
Description
DescriptionMidodrine is a vasopressor/antihypotensive agent. Midodrine was approved in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration in 1996 for the treatment of dysautonomia and orthostatic hypotension.
Formula: C12H18N2O4
CAS ID: 133163-28-7
Other names: 2-amino-N--acetamide
Trade name: Amatine,'INRAMED', ProAmatine, Gutron, Bramox
Molar mass: 254.286 g·mol−1
ATC code: C01CA17 (WHO)
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Uses. This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing. This condition is also known as orthostatic hypotension. Midodrine is used in people whose daily activities are severely affected by this condition, even after other treatments are used (e.g., support stockings).