Prazosin Hcl

Prazosin Hcl Prazosin-Oral Prazosin relaxes and expands blood vessels. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

ALTERNATE NAMES Minipress

No Rating Yet No Reviews | Post your opinion

Prazosin Hcl images: prazosin Hcl prescription drug /side effects/Prazosin-Oral PRAZOSIN HCL pic 1 prazosin Hcl prescription drug /side effects/Prazosin-Oral PRAZOSIN HCL pic 2 prazosin Hcl prescription drug /side effects/Prazosin-Oral pic 3

Overview	Photos	How To Use	Side Effects	Precautions	Missed Dose	Drug Interactions

prazosin Hcl Minipress Uses Prazosin relaxes and expands blood vessels. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Storage Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness and weakness. Photos PRAZOSIN HCL PRAZOSIN HCL How To Use Take Prazosin Hcl exactly as prescribed. Try to take it at the same time each day. Take the first dose at bedtime to minimize the chances of getting dizzy or fainting. Capsules may be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. It is important to continue taking Prazosin Hcl even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. Do not stop taking Prazosin Hcl without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when Prazosin Hcl is abruptly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased. Side Effects Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, constipation, loss of appetite, fatigue, nasal congestion or dry eyes may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. Inform your doctor promptly if you develop: chest pain, difficulty breathing, difficulty urinating, skin rash, swelling of the hands or feet, ringing in the ears. Males - though it is unlikely to occur, if you get a painful, prolonged erection, stop using Prazosin Hcl and seek immediate medical attention. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Tell your doctor your medical history especially of: heart or kidney problems, any allergies. To avoid dizziness or fainting, get up slowly from a lying or seated position; especially when you first start using Prazosin Hcl or if your doctor changes your dosing. Limit your intake of alcohol and avoid getting overheated because they may increase the dizziness and drowsiness effects of Prazosin Hcl. Use caution performing tasks that require alertness such as driving or using machinery. Prazosin Hcl should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Prazosin is excreted into breast milk. Though to date, there have been no reports on harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: verapamil, beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol). Avoid drugs that increase your heart rate or make you excited like decongestants because it may counteract your blood pressure medicine. Decongestants are commonly found in over-the-counter cough-and-cold products. Ask your pharmacist if you are uncertain your cold/allergy medicine contains a decongestant. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

		Add a Rating - Post your opinion about this drug Post your opinion about prazosin Hcl Ratings Legend 5 Stars = Excellent      4 Stars = Good      3 Stars = Average      2 Stars = Fair      1 Star   = Poor * Required Fieldpoorexcellent *Satisfaction Low adverse Reactions Healing Power No dependency problems Cost-Benefit *Why were you taking prazosin Hcl ? Briefly describe any side effects you experienced: Additional Comments about prazosin Hcl : *Your gender:  male    female   *Your age:    Location : *Length of time taking drug? Days Weeks Months Years Times (use "comments" for other time length) Email (optional):   Posting rules Please no foul language English only No commercial advertising No SPAM. No pyramid schemes of any kind Read before you post. No ALL CAPS, they are considered impolite If you don't follow the above rules, your post will be probably deleted.

CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.