Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Pfizer Ltd
Salt Composition
Prazosin (2.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure, lower the risk of heart attack or stroke, and treat heart failure and mild enlargement of the prostate gland.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Minipress XL 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.
Directions for Use
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. Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Minipress XL 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.
Quick Tips
Do not consume alcohol while taking Minipress XL 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 Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet used for sleep or as a sleeping pill?
No, Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet is not a sleeping pill. It may cause difficulty falling asleep as an uncommon side effect, but it can also increase the tendency to fall asleep in people with narcolepsy.
Can Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet get you high or have abuse potential?
No, Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet does not have any abuse potential or dependence. It may cause nervousness and depression as common psychiatric side effects.
Is Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet used for anxiety or stress?
No, Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet is not primarily used for anxiety, but it has been found to be effective in relieving sleep problems related to post-traumatic stress disorder when taken at high doses.
How should I take Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet?
Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor, by mouth, before or after meals and drinks. Typically, it is recommended to take the dose two or three times a day at evenly spaced intervals.
What precautions should I follow while taking Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet?
Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet can make you feel lightheaded or weak, especially when standing up and getting up from lying down. If this happens, lie down and try to get up slowly. Always start with the lowest possible dose and gradually increase it under your doctor's guidance.
How long will I need to take Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet?
Your doctor will determine the duration of treatment based on the condition you are being treated for, which may involve taking it lifelong in some cases, such as high blood pressure.
What class of medication is Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet?
Minipress XL 2.5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called alpha-blockers, which work by relaxing the blood vessels to improve blood flow through the body.
