{"product_id":"hydralazine-25mg-tablets","title":"Hydralazine 25mg Tablets","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHydralazine 25mg\u003c\/b\u003e is a prescription strength \u003cb\u003edirect-acting vasodilator\u003c\/b\u003e primarily used to treat \u003cb\u003ehigh blood pressure (hypertension)\u003c\/b\u003e. It is available as a generic oral tablet and works by directly relaxing the muscles in your blood vessels, allowing them to widen so blood can flow more smoothly and lower your overall blood pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eEssential Hypertension:\u003c\/b\u003e Often added to a regimen when other blood pressure medications are not enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeart Failure:\u003c\/b\u003e Sometimes combined with other medications (like nitrates) to reduce the heart's workload.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePregnancy-Related Hypertension:\u003c\/b\u003e Used under specialist care to manage severe high blood pressure conditions like pre-eclampsia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBy widening the arteries, hydralazine decreases peripheral vascular resistance. Because this rapid widening can cause a reflex jump in heart rate (reflex tachycardia) and fluid retention, doctors almost always prescribe hydralazine alongside a \u003cb\u003ebeta-blocker\u003c\/b\u003e (to control heart rate) and a \u003cb\u003ediuretic\u003c\/b\u003e (to manage fluid buildup).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHeadaches (very common when first starting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRapid or pounding heartbeat (palpitations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNausea, vomiting, or diarrhea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDizziness or lightheadedness \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Health Warnings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo Not Stop Abruptly:\u003c\/b\u003e Stopping hydralazine suddenly can cause a severe, dangerous rebound spike in blood pressure. Always taper off under a doctor's guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrug-Induced Lupus:\u003c\/b\u003e Long-term use or higher doses can occasionally trigger an autoimmune, lupus-like syndrome resulting in joint pain, fever, and rashes. This is typically reversible once the drug is stopped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/b\u003e It should generally not be used by individuals with coronary artery disease or rheumatic mitral valve heart disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTips for Taking Hydralazine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eConsistency is Key:\u003c\/b\u003e Take this medication at the exact same times every day. Check your prescription label, as it is often prescribed to be taken multiple times a day due to how fast the body processes it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Interaction:\u003c\/b\u003e Food can alter how much medication your body absorbs. Pick one way—either always take it with food or always take it on an empty stomach—and stick to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMonitor Your Vitals:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep a home log of your blood pressure and pulse rate to share with your healthcare provider. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"100's","offer_id":53985483620652,"sku":null,"price":1070.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false},{"title":"10's","offer_id":53985483653420,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/hydralazine-25mg-tablets","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}