PHENTOLAMINE MESYLATE

Phentolamine Mesylate 5mg, Lyophilisate for solution for injection

Alcohol

· Severity: Moderate

· Notes for Consumers: Talk to your doctor or healthcare professional before drinking alcoholic beverages while taking this medicine. Alcohol may increase dizziness or drowsiness, which may increase the risk for fainting, falls, or injury. Limit alcohol use whenever possible. Dizziness, lightheadedness may occur, especially when standing up from a lying or sitting position. Getting up slowly may help lessen the problem. Do not drive or operate machinery, or perform other potentially hazardous tasks, until the effects of this drug are known.

· Notes for Professionals: Some experts and manufacturers advise that the patient to limit alcohol use while using alpha-blockers. Alcohol-containing beverages may increase the effects of alpha-blockers, which may lower the blood pressure.

<b>DISCLAIMER:</b><em> This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.</em>