Prazowin 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Innovative Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Prazosin (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Prazowin 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.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Prazowin 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. Prazowin 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Prazowin 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
You have been prescribed Prazowin 5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure. It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure especially when you first start taking this medicine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Do not consume alcohol while taking Prazowin 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 5mg Tablet if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Prazowin 5mg Tablet a sleeping pill?
No, Prazowin 5mg Tablet is not a sleeping pill. While it may cause difficulty falling asleep as an uncommon side effect of Prazowin 5mg Tablet, it is not intended for that purpose. A rare side effect of Prazowin 5mg Tablet is an increased tendency to fall asleep if you have a sleep disorder (narcolepsy).
Can Prazowin 5mg Tablet get you high?
No, Prazowin 5mg Tablet does not get you high. It does not have any abuse potential or dependence. The common psychiatric side effects of Prazowin 5mg Tablet include nervousness and depression.
Is Prazowin 5mg Tablet used for anxiety?
No, Prazowin 5mg Tablet is not used for anxiety. However, it has been found to be effective in relieving sleep problems related to post-traumatic stress disorder when taken at high doses.
How should Prazowin 5mg Tablet be taken?
Always take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Prazowin 5mg Tablet should be taken by mouth and can be taken before or after meals and drinks. Usually, it is advised to take the dose two or three times a day at evenly spaced intervals.
What precaution should be followed while taking Prazowin 5mg Tablet?
Prazowin 5mg Tablet in certain cases can cause lightheadedness or weakness, particularly when first taken. This can happen when standing up and occasionally cause fainting. If you feel light-headed or weak after taking the medicine, lie down and try to get up slowly when you feel better. Prazowin 5mg Tablet is usually started at the lowest possible dose and gradually increased, depending on how you respond to treatment. Do not change the dose or stop taking the tablets without first checking with your doctor.
How long do I need to take Prazowin 5mg Tablet?
Your doctor will decide the duration of treatment based on the condition you are being treated for. For example, if you are being treated for high blood pressure, you may have to take it for life.
What class of drug is Prazowin 5mg Tablet?
Prazowin 5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called alpha-blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body.
