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Prazopress is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Prazopress have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Prazopress depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Prazopress include Fainting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Prazopress can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Prazopress are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Prazopress's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Prazopress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Prazopress related warnings section.
Prazopress is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Angina as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Prazopress contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Prazopress may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Prazopress, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Prazopress is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Prazopress safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Prazopress. If you are pregnant, do not take Prazopress without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Prazopress safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Prazopress. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Prazopress on the Kidneys?
Using Prazopress does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Prazopress on the Liver?
Prazopress may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Prazopress on the Heart?
Prazopress may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Prazopress should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prazopress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prazopress habit forming or addictive?
Prazopress does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Prazopress, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Prazopress can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Prazopress only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Prazopress for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prazopress
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Prazopress with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prazopress
Taking Prazopress with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Minipress® (prazosin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 564
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1046-1047
