Razosin ER 2.5 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
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Razosin ER 2.5 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.
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Razosin ER 2.5 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Razosin ER 2.5 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Razosin ER 2.5 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Razosin ER 2.5 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Razosin ER 2.5 may be started with a low dose and then increased further. Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment.
CAUTION
Razosin ER 2.5 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Razosin ER 2.5 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Razosin ER 2.5 2.5mg Tablet
Introduction
Razosin ER 2.5 belongs to a class of medicines called as alpha-blocker. It is used to treat high blood pressure and lower your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. It may also be used to treat heart failure and mild enlargement of the prostate gl ... Show more
Uses of Razosin ER 2.5
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Side effects of Razosin ER 2.5
Common
Dizziness
Headache
Drowsiness
Weakness
Low energy
Palpitations
Nausea
How to use Razosin ER 2.5
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. Razosin ER 2.5 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Razosin ER 2.5 works
Razosin ER 2.5 is an alpha blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body.
What if you forget to take Razosin ER 2.5?
If you miss a dose of Razosin ER 2.5, 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.
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May be taken with or without food. Starting dose is best taken w/ dinner, at least 2-3 hr before retiring. Maintenance doses may be taken w/ or w/o me ... Show more
Adult Dose
Oral
Hypertension
Conventional Tablet:
Adult: Initially, 0.5 mg bid or tid for 3-7 days, increased to 1 mg bid or tid for the next 3-7 days.
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Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Dose reduction needed.
Contraindication
Congestive heart failure due to mechanical obstruction. Hypersensitivity. Pregnancy.
Mode of Action
Prazosin competitively blocks postsynaptic alpha1-adrenoceptors of veins and arterioles causing vasodilation, reduction in BP and total peripheral res ... Show more
Precaution
Prostate cancer should be ruled out before starting therapy. Patients w/ history of micturition syncope, angina pectoris. Treatment of heart failure d ... Show more
Side Effect
1-10%
Dizziness (10%),Drowsiness (8%),Headache (8%),Weakness (7%),Asthenia (6.5%),Nausea (5%),Palpitation (5%)
Frequency Not Defined (Selected)
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Interaction
Hypotensive effects may be enhanced w/ diuretics and other antihypertensives. Increased risk of 1st dose hypotension w/ ?-blockers or Ca channel block ... Show more
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