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Vecamyl (mecamylamine HCl)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

USES: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Mecamylamine belongs to a class of drugs known as ganglion blockers.

It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

Generic name: mecamylamine HCl
Pronunciation: (MEK-a-MIL-a-meen)

Reference product & biosimilars

No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.

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Indications

The following indications are listed for Vecamyl:

  • Hypertension

Also known as: Elevated Blood Pressure, Essential Hypertension, Hyperpiesia, Hyperpiesis, Hypertensive Disorder, Systemic Arterial Hypertension.

Dosing

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data