Desglymidodrine
from midodrine
What it isActive metabolite of midodrine, an alpha-1 agonist; orthostatic hypotension.
Why it mattersRaises standing blood pressure without crossing into the CNS.
What it changesSupine hypertension — the last dose must be hours before lying down. Renally cleared.
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Principal riskSupine hypertension
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- How is desglymidodrine cleared?
Renally. - Does desglymidodrine cross into the CNS?
No.