Orthostatic hypotension is a major complication of hemodialysis and interferes with everyday activities in hemodialysis patients. Since information regarding the use of droxidopa in clinical trials relating to orthostatic hypotension of chronic hemodialysis patients is limited in Taiwan, this study is designed for evaluation the efficacy and safety profile of droxidopa on orthostatic hypotension treatment / prevention in hemodialysis patients.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
QUADRUPLE
Enrollment
25
Taipei Medical University Hospital
Taipei, Taiwan
Change in mean ΔSBP after hemodialysis
ΔSBP = supine SBP (right before standing up) - nadir standing SBP
Time frame: from Week 0 (visit 1-3) to Week 4 (visit 13-15)
Adverse event,Serious adverse event
Time frame: from week 0 to week 5
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