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Prazosin hydrochloride

Generic name: Prazosin hydrochloride
Brand names: Minipress

Why is Prazosin hydrochloride prescribed?

Prazosin hydrochloride is used to treat high blood pressure. It is effective used alone or with other high blood pressure medications such as diuretics or beta-blocking medications (drugs that ease heart contractions) such as Tenormin.

Prazosin hydrochloride is also prescribed for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), an abnormal enlargement of the prostate gland.

Most important fact about Prazosin hydrochloride

If you have high blood pressure, you must take Prazosin hydrochloride regularly for it to be effective. Since blood pressure declines gradually, it may be several weeks before you get the full benefit of Prazosin hydrochloride; and you must continue taking it even if you are feeling well. Prazosin hydrochloride does not cure high blood pressure; it merely keeps it under control.

How should you take Prazosin hydrochloride?

Prazosin hydrochloride can be taken with or without food.

This medication should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor even if your symptoms have disappeared. Try not to miss any doses. If Prazosin hydrochloride is not taken regularly, your blood pressure will increase.

--If you miss a dose...

Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time.

--Storage instructions...

Protect from heat, light, and moisture.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Prazosin hydrochloride.

  • More common side effects may include:
    Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, lack of energy, nausea, palpitations (pounding heartbeat), weakness

Why should Prazosin hydrochloride not be prescribed?

Avoid Prazosin hydrochloride if it, or similar drugs such as Cardura and Hytrin, give you an allergic reaction.

Special warnings about Prazosin hydrochloride

Prazosin hydrochloride can cause low blood pressure, especially when you first start taking the medication. This can cause you to become faint, dizzy, or light-headed, particularly on standing up. You should avoid driving or any hazardous tasks where injury could occur for 24 hours after taking the first dose or after your dose has been increased. Dizziness, fainting, or light-headedness may also occur in hot weather, when exercising, or when standing for long periods of time. Ask your doctor what precautions you should take.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Prazosin hydrochloride

Prazosin hydrochloride can intensify the effects of alcohol. Be careful of the amount you drink.

If Prazosin hydrochloride is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important that you check with your doctor before combining Prazosin hydrochloride with the following:

Beta blockers such as Inderal
Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine)
Diuretics such as Dyazide
Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, others)
Other high blood pressure medications
Verapamil (Calan, Verelan)

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

The effects of Prazosin hydrochloride during pregnancy have not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, notify your doctor immediately. Prazosin hydrochloride appears in breast milk and can affect a nursing infant. If Prazosin hydrochloride is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding until your treatment is finished.

Recommended dosage

ADULTS

Dosages of Prazosin hydrochloride should be adjusted by your doctor according to your response.

The usual starting dose is 1 milligram, 2 or 3 times per day.

The doctor may slowly increase the amount to as much as 20 milligrams per day, divided into smaller doses. The typical dose is 6 milligrams to 15 milligrams per day, divided into smaller doses. Although doses higher than 20 milligrams per day usually have no extra effect, some people may benefit from a daily dose of 40 milligrams, divided into smaller doses.

If Prazosin hydrochloride is used with a diuretic or other high blood pressure drug, the dose can be reduced to 1 to 2 milligrams, 3 times a day.

CHILDREN

Safety and effectiveness of Prazosin hydrochloride have not been established in children.

Overdosage

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect a Prazosin hydrochloride overdose, seek medical treatment immediately.

  • The symptoms of Prazosin hydrochloride overdose may include:
    Extreme drowsiness, low blood pressure




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