Moxonidine
Moxonidine is a selective agonist at the imidazoline receptor subtype 1 (I1). This receptor subtype is found in both the rostral ventro-lateral pressor and ventromedial depressor areas of the medulla oblongata. Moxonidine therefore causes a decrease in sympathetic nervous system activity and, therefore, a decrease in blood pressure.
Indications:
Hypertension, mild iron deficiency anaemias etc.
Side effects:
Dry mouth, headache, nausea, insomnia, dizziness, tiredness etc.
Dosage forms:
Moxonidine 0.2 mg tablets
Moxonidine 0.3 mg tablets
Compositions:
Brand names:
Moxcent (Unichem)
Moxilong (Micro Carsyon)
Moxovas (Macleods)
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