Minipress XL 5 Mg

Description Of MINIPRESS XL 5 MG

Minipress XL 5 mg Tablet XL is an antihypertensive medicine which is used to treat high blood pressure and Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (prostate enlargement). This medicine should be used with caution since it may cause temporary loss of consciousness due to the sudden decrease in blood pressure (syncope). It is not recommended for use in patients under 12 years of age.

MINIPRESS XL 5 MG Chemical Name

Prazosin

MINIPRESS XL 5 MG Manufactured

Pfizer Ltd.

Uses of MINIPRESS XL 5 MG

• Hypertension
• Congestive Heart Failure
• Benign prostatic hyperplasia

What is MINIPRESS XL 5 MG?

• High blood pressure
• Heart failure
• Painful cold fingers
• Prostate gland enlargement in men

How MINIPRESS XL 5 MG working

Minipress XL 5 mg Tablet is an alpha-blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body.

MINIPRESS XL 5 MG Dosage

Missed Dose

If a dose of Minipress XL 5 mg Tablet XL is missed, take the dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Adverse effects Of MINIPRESS XL 5 MG

Most Common : Dizziness, headache, drowsiness, lack of energy, weakness, palpitations and nausea.

Gastrointestinal : Vomiting, diarrhea and constipation.

Heart : Edema, low blood pressure, difficulty in breathing and fainting.

Special Precautions And Related Warnings Of MINIPRESS XL 5 MG

It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication.

Storage Conditions for MINIPRESS XL 5 MG

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of the reach of children.