What are the benefits and risks of using methyldopa in patients diagnosed with white coat hypertension and how does it compare to other interventions?
Lakshya KumarExplorer
What are the benefits and risks of methyldopa use in patients with white coat hypertension?
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Methyldopa reduces severe anxiety-driven BP spikes, common in white coat hypertension. However, it can cause drowsiness and liver dysfunction, offering a less favorable side effect profile compared to lifestyle modifications or beta-blockers which typically have fewer adverse effects.