Uses of Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet
Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet is used to treat High blood pressure (hypertension). It also helps prevent heart attack and stroke by reducing high blood pressure.
Side effects of Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet
Precautions while taking Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet
Dosage of Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet
Overdose of Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet
Onset of Action of Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet
Duration of Action of Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet
Precautions & Warnings
Alcohol
Don't consume alcohol while taking this medicine; it may increase the risk of side effects.
Pregnancy
Not recommended for pregnant women. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended for breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Driving
Not safe during driving; you may feel dizzy or sleepy after taking this medicine.
Kidney
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Liver
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Frequently asked questions on Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet
Q.1) What is the use of Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet?
Q.2) How fast does Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet work?
Q.3) What is the side effects of Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet?
Q.4) Is Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet banned in India?
Q.5) How to use Prazopress XL 5mg Tablet?
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Interactions
Drug :-
antihypertensives, beta blockers, diuretics, phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors: Increased risk of hypotension and syncope.
dopamine: Antagonized peripheral vasoconstrictive effect of dopamine high doses.
ephedrine: Decreased vasopressor response to ephedrine.
epinephrine: Possibly severe hypotension and tachycardia.
metaraminol: Decreased vasopressor effect of metaraminol.
methoxamine, phenylephrine: Possibly decreased vasopressor effect and shortened duration of action of these drugs.
NSAIDs, sympathomimetics: Decreased effectiveness of prazosin.
Kunal is a registered pharmacist with RGUHS with over 4 years experience. He is a medicine content contributor at Health-Shoppe.com.
Dr. Naresh Dang is an MD in Internal Medicine. He has special interest in the field of Diabetes, and has over two decades of professional experience in his chosen field of specialty. Dr. Dang is an expert in the management of Diabetes, Hypertension and Lipids. He also provides consultation for Life Style Management.