Cardiac Drugs for Nurses

Although the exact hypotensive mechanism is unknown, the current theory is that methyldopa is converted to alpha methylnorepinephrine in centrally located adrenergic neurons. Alpha methylnorepinephrine lowers arterial blood pressure by stimulating the central alpha adrenergic inhibiting receptors. Drug Interactions Methotrimeprazine– An additional side effect of low blood pressure may occur. MAO Inhibitors – If administered…