Postural hypotension

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• Synonyms

  • Orthostatic hypotension
  • Low blood pressure on standing

• Causes

  • Sudden standing up
  • Antihypertensive drug
  • Phenothiazine
  • Autonomic neuropathy
  • Sildenafil
  • Alpha adrenoceptor blocker
  • Addison disease
  • Dopamine receptor agonist
  • Levodopa

• Effects

  • Dizziness
  • Fall in elderly
  • Syncope

• Parents

  • Blood pressure sign