Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Prazosin (2.5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Innovative Pharmaceuticals |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and lower your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. It is also used in the treatment of heart failure and mild enlargement of the prostate gland. Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms so keep taking it even if you feel well. If you stop your blood pressure may rise and put you at risk of heart attack or stroke. You may need to take it for the rest of your life.
Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet is an alpha blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body. In benign prostate hyperplasia it relaxes the muscles in the prostate gland and make it easier to pass urine and reduce the need to urinate urgently or frequently.
Is Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet used as a sleep aid?
No, Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet is not used to induce sleep. While it may cause difficulty falling asleep in some individuals, it can also increase the tendency to fall asleep in people with narcolepsy, a rare condition.
Can Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet produce feelings of euphoria or intoxication?
No, Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet does not have any potential for abuse or dependence. It may cause side effects such as nervousness and depression in some individuals.
Is Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet used to treat anxiety disorders?
While Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet is not indicated for anxiety, it has been found effective in addressing sleep disturbances related to post-traumatic stress disorder at higher doses. This is a non-approved use and should be carefully considered by the prescribing doctor.
How should I take Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet?
Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. It can be taken orally, with or without food, and is typically administered two to three times a day at evenly spaced intervals.
What precautions should I take while taking Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet?
Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet may cause lightheadedness or weakness, especially when standing up. If you experience this symptom, lie down and try to get up slowly when feeling better. It is essential to start with the lowest possible dose and gradually increase as needed, under the guidance of your healthcare provider.
How long will I need to take Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet will depend on the condition being treated, such as high blood pressure, and should be determined by your healthcare provider.
What category of medication is Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet classified under?
Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called alpha-blockers. It functions by relaxing the blood vessels, allowing for improved blood flow throughout the body.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of this medicine causing increased dizziness.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Inform your doctor that you are taking Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.
- dizziness
- headache
- nausea
- and unusual beating of the heart (palpitation)
Alcohol
Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeed
Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Prazowin 2.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
