Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet
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Rs.94.10for 1 strip(s) (10 tablet er each)
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Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Ponopress-XL 2.5 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Ponopress 2.5mg Tablet ER
Prazosin(2.5mg)
Ponopress tablet er uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Heart failure and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
How ponopress tablet er works
Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet is an alpha blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body. In benign prostate hyperplasia it relaxes the muscles in the prostate gland and make it easier to pass urine and reduce the need to urinate urgently or frequently.
Common side effects of ponopress tablet er
Dizziness, Headache, Drowsiness, Weakness, Low energy, Palpitations, Nausea
SUBSTITUTES FOR Ponopress Tablet ER
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Expert advice FOR Ponopress Tablet ER
- You have been prescribed Prazosin for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure, especially when you first start taking this medicine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Prazosin as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of this medicine causing increased dizziness.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Inform your doctor that you are taking Prazosin if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.
Frequently asked questions FOR Ponopress 2.5mg Tablet ER
Prazosin
Q. Is Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet a sleeping pill?
No, Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet is not a sleeping pill. On the contrary, it may cause difficulty falling asleep as an uncommon side effect of Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet. A rare side effect of Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet is an increased tendency to fall asleep if you have a sleep disorder (narcolepsy).
Q. Can Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet get you high?
No, Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet does not get you high. It does not have any abuse potential or any dependence. The common psychiatric side effects of Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet include nervousness and depression.
Q. Is Ponopress-XL 2.5 Tablet used for anxiety?
No, Ponopress-XL 2.5 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.