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Orthostatic Hypotension (Postural Hypotension)

A significant drop in BLOOD PRESSURE after assuming a standing position. Orthostatic hypotension is a finding, and defined as a 20-mm Hg decrease in systolic pressure or a 10-mm Hg decrease in diastolic pressure 3 minutes after the person has risen from supine to standing. Symptoms generally include DIZZINESS, blurred vision, and SYNCOPE.
Also Known As:
Postural Hypotension; Hypotension, Orthostatic; Hypotension, Postural
Networked: 3178 relevant articles (157 outcomes, 308 trials/studies)

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Disease Context: Research Results

Related Diseases

1. Dizziness (Lightheadedness)
2. Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
3. Parkinson Disease (Parkinson's Disease)
4. Nausea
5. Multiple System Atrophy

Experts

1. Goldstein, David S: 43 articles (01/2021 - 11/2002)
2. Biaggioni, Italo: 36 articles (01/2022 - 04/2002)
3. Fedorowski, Artur: 28 articles (10/2022 - 05/2009)
4. Kaufmann, Horacio: 24 articles (12/2021 - 08/2003)
5. Kenny, Rose Anne: 22 articles (10/2022 - 08/2006)
6. Holmes, Courtney: 22 articles (10/2020 - 06/2003)
7. Raj, Satish R: 21 articles (01/2021 - 03/2006)
8. Low, Phillip A: 20 articles (01/2022 - 10/2002)
9. Robertson, David: 20 articles (01/2020 - 04/2002)
10. Sharabi, Yehonatan: 19 articles (10/2020 - 08/2003)

Drugs and Biologics

Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to Orthostatic Hypotension:
1. Midodrine (Midon)FDA LinkGeneric
2. DroxidopaIBA
3. hydroxide ionIBA
4. FludrocortisoneIBA
5. Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline)FDA LinkGeneric
6. ErythropoietinFDA Link
7. Antihypertensive Agents (Antihypertensives)IBA
8. Levodopa (L Dopa)FDA LinkGeneric
9. Antidepressive Agents (Antidepressants)IBA
10. Atomoxetine Hydrochloride (Strattera)FDA LinkGeneric

Therapies and Procedures

1. Therapeutics
2. Renal Dialysis (Hemodialysis)
3. Drug Therapy (Chemotherapy)
4. Deep Brain Stimulation
5. Bed Rest (Bedrest)