Minipress - Prazosin - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Minipress.
• Minipress
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Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of.

What To Do In Case Of 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.

Possible 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.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication 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 this medication even if you feel well.
• Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.
• Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
• Some conditions may become worse when the drug is abruptly stopped.
• Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.

Minipress Miscellaneous Notes

• It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking this medication.
• Learn how to monitor your blood pressure.
• Discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist.

Medicinal Applications

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

Read Before Using Minipress (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history especially of.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This drug may also be used for congestive heart failure or Raynaud's disease.
• This drug can also be used in males for symptoms of prostate enlargement such as urinary hesitancy and/or urgency.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Minipress Storage Instructions

• 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.