MINIPRESS XL 5MG TAB

Overview

MINIPRESS XL 5MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

MINIPRESS XL 5MG TAB is composed of: PRAZOSIN (5 MG)

Prazosin is in a group of drugs called alpha-adrenergic blockers. Prazosin relaxes your veins and arteries so that blood can more easily pass through them.It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body.

Usage

PRAZOSIN is generally used to treat: Hypertension, Raynaud’s Disease Phenomenon, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
PRAZOSIN can address symptoms like: Dizziness, Fever, Head Headache, Chest Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Chest Discomfort

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for MINIPRESS XL 5MG TAB and its Constituents

• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to prazosin
• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Follow the directions on your prescription label.Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
• You may feel very dizzy when you first wake up. Be careful when standing or sitting up from a lying position.
• These effects may get aggravated by consuming alcohol during exercise, in hot weather, or when standing for long durations.
• May affect your eye muscles; this should be harmless unless you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.
• Avoid getting overheated during exercise and hot weather.
• When first starting this drug, avoid situations where you may be injured if you faint.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PRAZOSIN over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness

Common Side-Effects

PRAZOSIN : Bladder Control, Loss Of, Dry Mouth, Dizziness, Weakness (generalized), Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Head Headache, Nausea, Pounding Heart (pulse), Feet Swelling

Serious Side-Effects

PRAZOSIN : Depression, Fainting, Frequent Urination, Mood Swings, Ankles Swelling

Rare Side-Effects

PRAZOSIN : Frequent Urge To Urinate, Chest Pain, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

PRAZOSIN can interfere with: Syncope, Hypotension, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

PRAZOSIN is categorized as: ANTIADRENERGIC AGENTS, PERIPHERALLY ACTING / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily	35%
Once Daily	18%
Before Sleeping	16%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)	8%
Every 6hrs	7%
Evening	6%

What was the Dosage Advised?

5mg	78%
1TAB	16%

How long was it prescribed?

90 Days	54%
30 Days	22%
60 Days	7%
180 Days	4%
15 Days	2%
10 Days	2%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	1%
18 to 35yrs	5%
35 to 50yrs	11%
50 to 60yrs	17%
60 to 70yrs	31%
70yrs and above	34%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

42%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Cardiologist	45%
Physician	21%
Nephrologist	15%
Neurologist	10%
Neurosurgeon	2%
Pulmonologist	2%
Endocrinologist	1%
Oncologist	1%
Orthopaedist	1%
Gynaecologist	1%
Gastroenterologist	1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG	18%
ARKAMIN 0.1MG TAB	11%
AMLODIPINE 10MG TAB	10%
TELMA 40MG TAB	10%
DOLO TAB 650MG	10%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

SERUM SODIUM (SEROLOGY)	46%
SERUM POTASSIUM (SEROLOGY)	46%
CBC (HEMATOLOGY)	34%
UREA (BIOCHEMISTRY)	28%
SERUM CREATININE (SEROLOGY)	26%
TLC (HEMATOLOGY)	16%
RFT (BIOCHEMISTRY)	15%
LFT (SCREENING)	13%
FBS (BIOCHEMISTRY)	11%
PLATELET COUNT (HEMATOLOGY)	11%
HB (HEMATOLOGY)	10%

Available Alternatives for MINIPRESS XL 5MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

MINIPRESS XL 5MG TAB	INR 359.14 for 30 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 5 MG
PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TAB	INR 90.47 for 15 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 5.0 MG
PRAZOLIN 5MG TAB	INR 63 for 10 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 5.0 MG
PRAZOPILL XL 5MG TAB	INR 95 for 10 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 5.0 MG
PRAZOPRESS XL 5MG TAB	INR 148 for 14 TABLET XL	PRAZOSIN 5 MG
PRAZOSIN 5MG TAB	INR 26.4 for 15 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 5.0 MG
RENOPRESS XL 5MG TAB	INR 97 for 10 TABLET XL	PRAZOSIN 5 MG
RESPLEND 5MG TAB	INR 96.6 for 10 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 5.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BIOZOCIN 2.5MG XL TAB	INR 118.5 for 15 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 2.5 MG
MINIPRESS XL 2.5MG TAB	INR 343 for 30 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 2.5 MG
PRACEPT 2.5MG TAB	INR 50 for 10 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 2.5 MG
PRAZOCIP XL 2.5MG TAB	INR 72.37 for 15 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 2.5 MG
PRAZOLIN 10MG TAB	INR 79 for 10 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 10.0 MG
PRAZOLIN 2.5MG TAB	INR 50 for 10 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 2.5 MG
PRAZOPILL 2.5MG TAB	INR 83 for 10 TABLET XL	PRAZOSIN 2.5 MG
PRAZOPILL 2.5MG TAB XL	INR 76 for 10 TABLET XL	PRAZOSIN 2.5 MG
PRAZOPRESS 1MG TAB	INR 57 for 10 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 1 MG
PRAZOPRESS 2MG TAB	INR 79 for 10 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 2 MG
PRAZOPRESS XL 2.5MG TAB	INR 110 for 14 TABLET XL	PRAZOSIN 2.5 MG
PRAZOSIN		PRAZOSIN
RESPLEND 2.5MG TAB	INR 76.6 for 10 TABLETS	PRAZOSIN 2.5 MG