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

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Minipress XL 5mg Tablet works by relaxing your blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack stroke or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You may not feel the immediate benefit after taking the medicine however it works in the long term to keep you well.

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. Minipress XL 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Minipress XL 5mg 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.Minipress XL 5mg 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. Minipress XL 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> Minipress XL 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Minipress XL 5mg 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 <p> Minipress XL 5mg 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 <p> Minipress XL 5mg 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 <p> Minipress XL 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Minipress XL 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Minipress XL 5mg Tablet may be started with a low dose and then increased further. Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Minipress XL 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Minipress XL 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Minipress XL 5mg 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.

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

Dizziness | Headache | Drowsiness | Weakness | Low energy | Palpitations | Nausea

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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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Q. Is Minipress XL 5mg Tablet a sleeping pill?::: No Minipress XL 5mg Tablet is not a sleeping pill. On the contrary it may cause difficulty falling asleep as an uncommon side effect of Minipress XL 5mg Tablet. A rare side effect of Minipress XL 5mg Tablet is an increased tendency to fall asleep if you have a sleep disorder (narcolepsy).| Q. Can Minipress XL 5mg Tablet get you high?::: No Minipress XL 5mg Tablet does not get you high. It does not have any abuse potential or any dependence. The common psychiatric side effects of Minipress XL 5mg Tablet include nervousness and depression. | Q. Is Minipress XL 5mg Tablet used for anxiety?::: No Minipress XL 5mg 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 Minipress XL 5mg Tablet be taken?::: Always take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Minipress XL 5mg 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 Minipress XL 5mg Tablet?::: Minipress XL 5mg 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. Minipress XL 5mg 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 Minipress XL 5mg 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 Minipress XL 5mg Tablet?::: Minipress XL 5mg 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.