Aldomet Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: METHYLDOPA - ORAL
Pronounced: (meth-ill-DOPE-uh)

Aldomet Oral Side Effects

Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nasal congestion, and weakness may occur, especially when you start this medication and when your dose is increased. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

In rare cases, this medication may increase your level of a certain natural substance made by the body (prolactin). For females, this increase in prolactin may result in unwanted breast milk, missing/stopped periods, or difficulty becoming pregnant. For males, it may result in decreased sexual ability, inability to produce sperm, or enlarged breasts. If you develop these symptoms, tell your doctor immediately.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

swelling of ankles/feet
unexpected or rapid weight gain
unusual bruising or bleeding
involuntary movements
joint/muscle aches
mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion, depression)
signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat)

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

chest pain
slow/fast/irregular heartbeat

This drug may infrequently cause serious (rarely fatal) liver disease. If you notice any of the following unlikely but very serious side effects, tell your doctor immediately:

persistent nausea
stomach/abdominal pain
dark urine
yellowing eyes/skin

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: