Droxidopa (Oral Route)

1. Northera

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of droxidopa in the elderly.

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Allergy to aspirin or
• Asthma—This medicine contains tartrazine, which can make these conditions worse.

• Congestive heart failure or
• Heart or blood vessel problems (eg, ischemic heart disease) or
• Heart rhythm problems (eg, arrhythmia) or
• Supine hypertension—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.