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Droxidopa 100 mg/1

Droxidopa · CAPSULE · Ascend Laboratories, LLC

No Recall History
Plain English

Droxidopa is an oral capsule medication used to treat neurogenic orthostatic hypotension, a condition where blood pressure drops significantly when standing up due to nervous system problems. It works by increasing the levels of norepinephrine in the body to help raise and maintain blood pressure.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Droxidopa
Generic Name
Droxidopa
NDC Code (Product)
67877-704
Manufacturer
Ascend Laboratories, LLC
Strength
100 mg/1
Dosage Form
CAPSULE
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA213911
Marketing Start
02/19/2021

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

death218 reports
fall143 reports
dizziness90 reports
hallucination80 reports
hypotension66 reports
drug ineffective64 reports
loss of consciousness60 reports
hospitalisation56 reports
confusional state49 reports
blood pressure decreased45 reports

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Droxidopa used for?

Droxidopa is an oral capsule medication used to treat neurogenic orthostatic hypotension, a condition where blood pressure drops significantly when standing up due to nervous system problems. It works by increasing the levels of norepinephrine in the body to help raise and maintain blood pressure.

Is Droxidopa a controlled substance?

Droxidopa is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Droxidopa?

The generic name for Droxidopa is Droxidopa. There are 5 other brand versions of Droxidopa.

What is the NDC code for Droxidopa 100 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Droxidopa 100 mg/1 is 67877-704, listed by Ascend Laboratories, LLC.