Drug details

Ismelin (guanethidine monosulfate)

type of Antihypertensives, Other

Ismelin (guanethidine monosulfate) is an antihypertensive used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Ismelin is also used to treat high blood pressure in the kidneys. The brand name Ismelin is discontinued, but generic versions may be available.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• nausea
• diarrhea
• vomiting
• dizziness
• blurred vision
• depression
• anxiety
• stuffy nose
• impotence
• dry mouth
• weight gain
• nightmares
• unusual fatigue or drowsiness
• difficulty ejaculating
• slow heartbeat, and
• dizziness on standing

The following drugs are related to Ismelin, either as a replacement or used together:

• Dutoprol (metroprolol)
• Isoptin SR (verapamil hydrochloride tablet)

The following supplements are related to Ismelin, and may be used together with the drug:

• Alpha-Linolenic Acid (s.)
• Calcium (s.)
• Coenzyme Q-10 (s.)
• Olive (s.)
• Potassium (s.)
• Sweet Orange (s.)
• Iron (s.)
• Blond Psyllium (s.)
• Cocoa (s.)
• Cod Liver Oil (s.)
• Garlic (s.)
• Pycnogenol (s.)
• Stevia (s.)
• Wheat Bran (s.)