PRAZOPRESS ER 5 MG Tablet

PRAZOPRESS ER 5 MG Tablet

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PRAZOPRESS ER 5 MG contains Prazosin (extended-release), an alpha-blocker used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Name	Brand	Generic Name	Strength	PPF	Price
PRAZOPRESS ER 5 MG Tablet	UniMed UniHealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.	PRAZOSIN HCL	5 mg	TABLET	17

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• রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ মোতাবেক ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Indications:
PRAZOPRESS ER 5 MG is indicated for:

Management of essential hypertension
Congestive heart failure (as adjunctive therapy)
Raynaud’s disease
Symptomatic relief in benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (off-label use)

Pharmacology:
Prazosin is a selective alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blocker. It relaxes the smooth muscle in blood vessels, lowering peripheral vascular resistance and blood pressure. It also reduces urinary obstruction by relaxing the prostate and bladder neck.

Dosage & Administration:

Hypertension: Typically start with 1 mg at bedtime; maintenance dose 2–20 mg/day in divided or extended-release form
BPH or CHF: As per physician's guidance
Extended-release tablets should be swallowed whole; not crushed or chewed

Interaction:

May enhance the hypotensive effects of other antihypertensives
Caution with PDE5 inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil) – risk of severe hypotension
NSAIDs may reduce its effectiveness

Contraindications:

Known hypersensitivity to Prazosin or related drugs
History of orthostatic hypotension

Side Effects:

Dizziness, drowsiness, headache
Palpitations, postural hypotension (especially first dose)
Weakness, nausea
Nasal congestion

Pregnancy & Lactation:
Use with caution during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Should only be used when clearly needed and under medical supervision.

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