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What type of medication are the most effective in treating hypotension with arterial or venous vasodilation being the cause of the hypotension ?
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Hypotension: Any medication that will cause arterial constriction and fluid retention. So example, pseudoephedrine, salt, florinef (fludrocortisone). However before you start on any medication, please discuss this with your physician.
Answered 9/29/2016
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Midodrine: Fluids Midodrine and fludrocortisone http://www.uspharmacist.com/content/d/in-service/c/46638/ Make sure a table tilt test has been done to rule out cardiogenic syncope. Treatment is beta blockers to dampen cardiac reflex.
Answered 9/29/2016
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