Review the side-effects of Metyrapone as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Heart- Low blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting and abdominal discomfort or pain.
Central Nervous System- Headache, dizziness and sedation.
Skin- Allergic rash.
Blood- Rarely, decreased white blood cell count or bone marrow depression can occur.
Metopirone
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Heart- Low blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting and abdominal discomfort or pain.
Central Nervous System- Headache, dizziness and sedation.
Skin- Allergic rash.
Blood- Rarely, decreased white blood cell count or bone marrow depression can occur.
Other Precautions :
Avoid alcohol consumption and abrupt withdrawal.Drug Name : Metyrapone
Metyrapone(Metopirone) generic is an endogenous inhibitor used in diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency and in the treatment of Cushing's syndrome (excess amount of cortisol in the body). It blocks the production of hormones in body such as cortisol and corticosterone.Trade Names for Metyrapone
International :
Metopirone
