It is important that your family doctor check your progress at regular appointments to make sure that this drug is help you.
Do not take other medication unless they have been discussed with your family doctor . This especially includes over-the-counter - nonprescription medication for appetite control, asthma, colds, cough, hay fever, or sinus problems, since they may tend to increase your blood pressure.
If you have a fever and there seems to be no reason for it, check with your family doctor . This is especially important during the first few weeks you take methyldopa, since fever may be a sign of a serious reaction to this drug.
Before having any kind of surgery - including dental surgery or emergency treat, make sure the family doctor or dentist in charge knows that you are taking this drug.
Methyldopa may cause some people to become drowsy or less alert than they are normally. This is more likely to happen when you begin to take it or when you increase the amount of drug you are taking Make sure you know how you react to this drug before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert .
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting may occur, especially when you get up from a lying or sitting position. Getting up slowly may help, but if the problem continues or gets worse, check with your family doctor.
Methyldopa may cause dryness of the mouth. For temporary relief, use sugarless candy or gum, melt bits of ice in your mouth, or use a saliva substitute. However, if your mouth continues to feel dry for more than 2 weeks, check with your family doctor or dentist. Continuing dryness of the mouth may increase the risk of dental disease, including tooth decay, gum disease and fungus infections.
Tell the family doctor in charge that you are taking this drug before you have any medical tests. The results of some tests may be effected by this drug.