Minipress XL

Minipress XL

Minipress XL is a medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and lower the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. It contains prazosin as an active ingredient, which helps to relax the blood vessels and make them more open, allowing blood to move through them more easily.

Uses

Minipress XL is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and lower the risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

Dosage

The dosage of Minipress XL varies depending on the individual’s condition and response to the medication. The usual therapeutic dose ranges from 6 mg to 15 mg daily given in divided doses.

Other Dosage

• Minipress XL 2.5 Mg
• Minipress XL 5 Mg

Side Effects

Common side effects of Minipress include:

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Tiredness
• Weakness
• Blurred vision
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Constipation

Other side effects of Minipress include:

• Lightheadedness or dizziness upon standing
• Fast or pounding heartbeats
• Feeling like you might pass out
• Trouble breathing
• Swelling in your hands or feet
• An erection that is painful or lasts 4 hours or longer.

Benefits

Minipress XL helps to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. It also helps to relax the blood vessels and make them more open, allowing blood to move through them more easily.

Precautions while using Minipress XL

• When you get up from a lying or sitting position after taking this medicine, you may feel dizzy, lightheaded, or faint.
• It may be easier to deal with this problem if you get up slowly.
• If you drink alcohol, stand for a long time, exercise, or the weather is hot, you may also experience dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting.
• Be careful not to drink too much alcohol while taking this medicine.
• Drink plenty of fluids if you exercise or sweat more than usual while you are using this medicine.

Interactions with other medications

Minipress may interact with other medications, including:

• Calcium antagonists and ACE inhibitors (antihypertensive medications)
• Beta-blockers (medications used to treat angina)
• Medicines used to treat impotence (erectile dysfunction)
• Diuretics (medications used to treat edema).