Hypertension:
Indications for: DIBENZYLINE
Treatment of pheochromocytoma, to control episodes of hypertension and sweating. May use concomitant β-blocker if tachycardia is excessive.
Adult Dosage:
Individualize. Initially 10mg twice daily. Increase dose every other day, usually to 20–40mg 2 or 3 times daily, until optimal dose obtained. Observe patients after each increase before instituting another increase.
Children Dosage:
Not recommended.
DIBENZYLINE Contraindications:
Conditions where a fall in BP may be undesirable.
DIBENZYLINE Warnings/Precautions:
Cerebral or coronary arteriosclerosis. Renal damage. May aggravate respiratory infections. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
DIBENZYLINE Classification:
Alpha adrenergic blocker.
DIBENZYLINE Interactions:
Concomitant drugs that stimulate both alpha- and beta-adrenergic receptors (eg, epinephrine) may produce exaggerated hypotensive response and tachycardia. Blocks hyperthermia production by levarterenol. Blocks hypothermia production by reserpine.
Adverse Reactions:
Postural hypotension, tachycardia, inhibition of ejaculation, nasal congestion, miosis, GI upset, drowsiness, fatigue. May be carcinogenic (w. long-term use: not recommended).
How Supplied:
Caps—100
