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Prazopress is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Prazopress have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Prazopress depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Prazopress include Fainting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Prazopress can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Prazopress are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Prazopress's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Prazopress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Prazopress related warnings section.
Prazopress is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Angina as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Prazopress contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Prazopress may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Prazopress, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Prazopress is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Prazopress safe for pregnant women?
Prazopress has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Prazopress without medical advice.
Is the use of Prazopress safe during breastfeeding?
Prazopress should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Prazopress on the Kidneys?
Using Prazopress does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Prazopress on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Prazopress on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Prazopress on the Heart?
Prazopress is rarely harmful for the heart.
Prazopress should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prazopress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prazopress habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Prazopress is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Prazopress you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Prazopress only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Prazopress for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prazopress
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Prazopress, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prazopress
Taking alcohol with Prazopress can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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