name: | Midodrine |
ATC code: | C01CA17 | route: | oral |
n-compartments | 1 |
Midodrine is a prodrug that is converted to its active metabolite, desglymidodrine, an alpha-1 adrenergic agonist. It is primarily used in the treatment of symptomatic orthostatic hypotension to increase blood pressure. Midodrine is approved for use and is currently available in several countries.
Pharmacokinetic parameters in healthy adult volunteers after a single oral dose.