Prazocip XL 5mg Tablet 15'S

Introduction About PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET

PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET contains Prazosin which belongs to the group of medicines
called Alpha-Blockers. It is mainly used to manage hypertension (condition in
which force of the blood is high against the arterial walls), heart failure (a
condition in which heart doesn’t pump blood well) and Raynaud’s disease
(condition in which some areas of the body may feel numb and cold such as
fingers and toes). PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET is also used to manage prostatic
hyperplasia in men. Prostatic hyperplasia can be defined as an age-related mild
prostate gland enlargement which is categorized by urinary difficulties or
increased frequency of urination during night-time.

Prazosin works by reducing the blood pressure where it helps relax the walls of
blood vessels and reduce the resistance to blood flow so that blood can pass
smoothly without any obstruction. It reduces the chances of heart failure by
acting on the main blood vessel, thus allowing the heart to pump blood
effectively. It manages Raynaud’s disease (fingers become white and painful when
cold) by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can reach the fingers and
promotes circulation thereby manages fingers being cold and stiff. PRAZOCIP XL
5MG TABLET also manages prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate
gland) by relaxing the muscles of bladder and prostate gland and thus helps to
pass urine easily.

Before taking PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have kidney or
liver disease. You should inform your doctor if you have ever had a fainting
after passing urine. PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET may cause complications during eye
surgeries such as cataract, therefore inform your doctor if you are undergoing
any eye operations. PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET is not recommended in children under
(12 years of age) and also patients having allergy to prazosin or other
quinazolines such as doxozosin and tetrazosin .PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET should be
used with caution in  pregnant women ,breast feeding mothers and elderly people.
Consult your doctor before taking it.  Most common side effects of PRAZOCIP XL
5MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, fainting and dizziness etc. Consult
your doctor if any of the symptoms bothers you.

Uses Of PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET

It is used to manage:

• hypertension (high blood pressure)
• heart failure
• Raynaud’s disease (painful cold fingers)
• prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate gland) in men

How PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET Works

PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET reduces the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels
so that blood that pass easily without any obstruction. It reduces the chances
of heart failure by acting on the main blood vessel, thus allowing the heart to
pump blood productively. It manages raynauds disease (painful cold fingers) by
relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can reach the fingers and   promotes
circulation thereby manages fingers being cold and stiff. PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET
also manages prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate gland) by
relaxing the muscles of bladder and prostate gland and thus promotes easy
passage of urine.

How to use PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET

Take PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine
with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will
decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body
weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET

Common

• Fainting and dizziness especially on standing up
• Headache, drowsiness, or weakness
• Palpitations (irregular beating of heart)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Lack of energy
• Depression or nervousness
• Constipation and diarrhoea
• Dry mouth
• Nasal stuffiness
• Blurred vision
• Shortness of breath or rash (signs of allergic reaction)
• Swelling of the feet, ankles or leg
• Increased frequency of urination

Uncommon

• Stomach discomfort or pain
• Chest pain accomp
• Tingling sensation or numbness
• Ringing or buzzing in the ear
• Redness in the eyes or eye pain
• Sleeping difficulties
• Sweating
• Itching of skin
• Painful joints
• Difficulty or inability in erection of penis

Rare

• Infection and pain in pancreas
• Abnormal slow beating of heart
• Hallucinations (abnormal imagining about things which are not real)
• Loss of hair
• Decreased blood pressure
• Flushing
• Abnormal breast enlargement especially in men
• Persistent erection of the penis
• Sleeping disorder causi ng increased tendency to fall asleep (narcolepsy)
• Urinary incontinence (leaking of urine)
• Fever and pain
• Swelling of blood vessels

Stop taking PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• Signs of allergic reactions (such as sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of eyelids, face, lips, rash or itching which affects the whole body)

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Constipation

Eat plenty of foods which contain fibre such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and
cereals and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. If the symptom does
not improve consult your physician.

!### Diarrhea

Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated.
Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.

!### Dizziness Or Drowsiness

Try to lie down or sit immediately if you feel dizzy. Drink enough water to get
hydrated. Consult your doctor if symptom does not improve.

Headache

Use a cold pack or hot pads to reduce the pressure on your head. Reduce looking
into bright light and try to get adequate sleep. Consult your doctor if symptom
is not improving.

!### Nausea And Vomiting

Take this medicine with, or just after meals. Stick to simple and healthy meals.
Avoid eating oily or spicy foods. Consult your doctor immediately if the
symptoms are worsening.

!### Stomach Pain

Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have frequent and small
quantities of food Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not
improve, contact your doctor.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Monitoring requiredPRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET should be used during pregnancy only if considered
clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Breastfeeding

Use with CautionPRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET is excreted in small amounts through breast milk, so it
should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers. Consult your doctor before
taking it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizziness, drowsiness, or
weakness after taking PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET.

!### Alcohol

Consult your doctorAvoid consum
might cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting.

!### Kidney

Use with CautionPRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney
disease. Consult your doctor before taking.

!### Liver

Use with CautionPRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver
disease. Consult your doctor before taking.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not take PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET if you are allergic to Prazosin or other
quinazolines such as doxazosin and terazosin.

!### Heart Disease

Use with CautionPRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having heart
failure due to another heart conditions such as heart attack or valvular heart
disease. This heart conditions can gradually make this medicine ineffective and
can lead to oedema (fluid retention) in legs and ankles. Consult your doctor
before taking it.

!### Use In Pediatrics

ContraindicatedPRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents
(under 12 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionPRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients usually
initiating the management with the lowest possible dose. Consult your doctor
before taking it.

Others

Before taking PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

• Have ever had a fainting after passing the urine
• Are undergoing an eye operation due to cataract (cloudiness of lens)
• Have prolonged erection of penis which lasts than 4 hours

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any
of the following medicine:

• Calcium antagonists and ACE inhibitors (medicines used to manage high blood pressure) Ex. amlodipine, diltiazem, captopril enalapril
• Beta blockers (medicines used to manage angina (chest pain) Ex. atenolol, metoprolol
• Medicines used to manage erectile dysfunction (impotence) (Ex. sildenafil, tadalafil)
• Diuretics (medicines used to manage oedema) Ex. hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Overdosage may
lead to decrease in blood pressure.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Prazosin
Pharmacological Category	:	Alpha-Blockers
Therapeutic Indication	:	Hypertension, Heart failure, Raynauds disease, Prostatic hyperplasia
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet

More Information

Storage

• Keep this medicine out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs About PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET

Q: How PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET works on my body?

A: PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET reduces the blood pressure by relaxing the blood
vessels so that blood can pass smoothly without any obstruction. It reduces the
chances of heart failure by acting on the main blood vessel, thus allowing the
heart to pump blood productively. It manages Raynauds disease (painful cold
fingers) by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can reach the fingers
and  promotes circulation thereby manages fingers being cold and stiff. PRAZOCIP
XL 5MG TABLET also manages prostatic hyperplasia (mild enlargement of prostate
gland) by relaxing the muscles of bladder and prostate gland and thus enhance
the urine passage easily.

Q: Is PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET safe to use in children?

A: No, PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and
adolescents (under 12 years of age) due to lack of safety and effectiveness.
Consult your doctor for suggestion before taking PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET.

Q: How to take PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET?

A: Take PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow PRAZOCIP XL
5MG TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor
will decide the exact dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body
weight and state of your disease. You are advised to consume this medicine
before or after food. This medicine in some cases can cause light-headedness,
weakness especially when you are standing up and can occasionally cause
fainting. You are advised to lie down till you feel better if you feel any of
these symptoms.

Q: Can I take PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET if I have any kidney problems?

A: PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET should be used with caution among patients having
kidney problems. Your doctor may adjust the dose or choose another alternative
medicine depending upon the kidney function. Consult your doctor before taking
it.

Q: Will the use of PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET affect my sex life?

A: Yes. PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET may affect the sexual life of men. It decreases
the sexual desire in men and cause difficulty or inability in achieving erection
of the penis. It can also cause breast enlargement in men. If you experience
such problems, contact your doctor immediately.

Q: Can I take a higher dose of PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET?

A: No. Do not take a higher dose of PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET than recommended by
your doctor. Taking a higher dose of PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET without consulting a
doctor can increase the risk of toxicity and can lead to side effects. If the
prescribed dose is not effective for you, consult your doctor for a suitable
higher dose. Never consume a higher dose PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET without proper
medical supervision.

Q: IS PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET a sleeping pill?

A: No, PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET is not used as a sleeping pill. But at the same
time, it may cause uncommon and rare side effect such as sleeping difficulties
and a sleeping disorder called narcolepsy causing increased tendency to fall
asleep. Consult your doctor immediately if you are experiencing any sleeping
problems.

Q: Can PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET make me feel high?

A: No, PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET does not make you addictive or cause extreme
feelings. Most common psychiatric symptoms caused by this medicine are
nervousness and depression. Consult your doctor immediately if you feel these
symptoms bothers you.

Q: Is PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET safe to use in pregnancy?

A: PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLETshould be used with caution among pregnant women or
women who are planning to become pregnant. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: How long should I use PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET?

A: You are recommended to use PRAZOCIP XL 5MG TABLET until your doctor suggests
you stop the medication as per the suggested course and duration. Do not stop
the medication without the instructions of the doctor as it may lead to serious
problems.