Prazothem 2mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and lower your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. It is also used in the treatment of heart failure and mild enlargement of the prostate gland.Prazothem 2mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms so keep taking it even if you feel well. If you stop, your blood pressure may rise and put you at risk of heart attack or stroke. You may need to take it for the rest of your life.The most common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, nausea, and unusual beating of the heart (palpitation). Most side effects disappear when you get used to the medicine. It may also cause your blood pressure to go too low especially when you first start taking this medicine. Your doctor may be able to help with ways of preventing or reducing these side effects.If you are pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before using this medicine. Also, inform your doctor if you have a history of heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease and if you are having eye surgery for a cataract. Your blood pressure will need to be checked regularly while using this medicine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Prazothem 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Prazothem 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Prazothem 2mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Prazothem 2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Prazothem 2mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Prazothem 2mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Prazothem 2mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Prazothem 2mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Prazothem 2mg Tablet may be started with a low dose and then increased further. Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment.

- Liver : CAUTION

Prazothem 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Prazothem 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Prazothem 2mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

strip of 10 tablets

Chemical Class :: Piperazine Derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC
Action Class :: Adrenergic receptor (alpha) antagonist- selective

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Treatment of Heart failure|Treatment of Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Store below 30?C

Q. Is Prazothem 2mg Tablet a sleeping pill?::: No, Prazothem 2mg Tablet is not a sleeping pill. On the contrary, it may cause difficulty falling asleep as an uncommon side effect of Prazothem 2mg Tablet. A rare side effect of Prazothem 2mg Tablet is an increased tendency to fall asleep if you have a sleep disorder (narcolepsy).| Q. Can Prazothem 2mg Tablet get you high?::: No, Prazothem 2mg Tablet does not get you high. It does not have any abuse potential or any dependence. The common psychiatric side effects of Prazothem 2mg Tablet include nervousness and depression. | Q. Is Prazothem 2mg Tablet used for anxiety?::: No, Prazothem 2mg Tablet is not used for anxiety. But, it has been found to be effective in relieving sleep problems related to post-traumatic stress disorder when taken at high doses. Post-traumatic stress disorder is an anxiety disorder which is found in people who experience or witness a traumatic, life-threatening event. This is not an approved use and therefore the benefit versus risks should be first considered by the doctor before prescribing.| Q. How should Prazothem 2mg Tablet be taken?::: Always take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Prazothem 2mg Tablet should be taken by mouth and can be taken before or after meal and drinks. Usually, it is advised to take the dose two or three times a day at evenly spaced intervals.| Q. What precaution should be followed while taking Prazothem 2mg Tablet?::: Prazothem 2mg Tablet in certain cases can make you feel lightheaded or weak particularly when you first take it. This can happen when standing up and can occasionally cause fainting. If you feel light-headed or weak after taking the medicine; lie down and try to get up slowly when you feel better. Prazothem 2mg Tablet is usually started at the lowest possible dose and gradually increased, depending on how you respond to treatment. Do not change the dose or stop taking the tablets without first checking with your doctor.| Q. How long do I need to take Prazothem 2mg Tablet?::: Your doctor will decide the duration of treatment based on the condition you are being treated for. For instance, if you are being treated for high blood pressure then you may have to take it life long.| Q. What class of drug is Prazothem 2mg Tablet?::: Prazothem 2mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called alpha-blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body.

Dizziness
Headache
Drowsiness
Weakness
Low energy
Palpitations
Nausea