Prazosin Forums

I take 1mg of Prazosin for an enlarged prostate. Although it has stopped me waking up 2 or 3 times to do a pee in the night, I still wake up usually between 5am-6am dying for the toilet. I take it every night at 9pm. Should I take it earlier around 6pm or up my dosage? Thank you. ## What has your doctor advised? As you age, it is normal to start having to wake up to urinate, when it becomes a problem is when its several times a night, and disrupts your entire sleep pattern, but once isn't generally considered a problem. What has your doctor advised? You should speak with them regarding your specific needs, before making a change to your medication regimen. Prazosin may cause side effects, which the FDA lists as possibly including nausea, tiredness, headache, and urinary retention. R...

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Does prazosin cause acne? I've always had very clear skin and since I started taking prazosin I've been breaking out (zits) all over my face, even on my neck. And they're not just little pimples; they are the huge. They are big zits that never come to a head, they take weeks to go away, sometimes leave scars, and they hurt! ## Yes, this works on hormones in the body, so acne can be a result. I had a very similar problem, when I was taking a similar drug. It never stopped for me, until I switched medications, so I'd suggest looking into that for yourself. Because I tried every other metho I could find and nothing helped. Are there any other questions or concerns? ## I have acne now after starting Prasozin. My skin is more oily too. ## The same thing is happening to me!

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yellow capsule x4067 ## Pill Image Not an X, it is actually a Z that forms a mortar and pestel, the drug company logo. This is Prazosin 1mg, it is a generic for Minipress, this is used to lower blood pressure. ## the pills that I have are brown and green capsules ## Why when I take this, does my lab work show benzodiazepines?

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Does Prazosin help with sleep paralysis? Also..will it make me fail a drug test? I have a court ordered drug test but I can't take anymore of these nightmares and sleep paralysis. ## Does prazosin come up a false positive in drug test for opiates ## I have drug test and hair test court order, and I know Prazosin show fasle positive for different types of drugs in urine BUT does it for hair test show false positive?

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green & tan capsule ## UDL Laboratories lists this as being a 1mg Prazosin capsule. NDC code: 51079-0630 It is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Inactive ingredients may include: silicon dioxide lactose monohydrate magnesium stearate microcrystalline cellulose ferrosoferric oxide gelatin ferric oxide red titanium dioxide ferric oxide yellow D&C Yellow No. 10 FD&C Green No. 3 ammonia propylene glycol shellac Though they can vary, depending on manufacturing facility. Is there anything I can help with?

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I ran out of Clonidine. can I take Prazosin instead until I refill my script?? And if so how different is the dosages between the two? Is 2 mg of Clonidine the same as 2 mg of Prazosin??? ## Hello, Sammy! How are you? They are not the same type of medication, at all, so there's really no way to compare them. It would be best to refill your Clonidine and continue it, as instructed by your doctor. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, drowsiness and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I believe they are nearly identical. Both are actually alpha blockers. Same dosage. How would one think they are not at all alike? Google it yet? Do! Tell me if I'm wrong. The thing is, I just got home from being prescribed Clon...

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What is the proper way to stop taking Prazosin? Can you just stop cold turkey? What are the side effects of quitting this drug? ## Why were you taking it? If it was to treat high blood pressure, or a cardiac condition, then it might not be safe for you to stop taking it, since the FDA warns that stopping it could cause dangerously elevated levels to your blood pressure, and heart rate. Generally, a very slow taper is best. Your prescriber should be able to help you discover a timeline that works best for you. Are you on any other medications? Why do you want to stop taking it?

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Can Prazosin make someone feel high, and what kind of high would it be? Because I am feeling something after every time I take it. ## Hi Kayluh - Well, this is a blood pressure drug, so what you are feeling sounds more like a side effect of the medication. The page for Prazosin Details lists dizziness and vertigo as possible side effects. Is what you are feeling like being kind of light headed? Or are you feeling more of a "rush" from this drug?

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I don't have high blood pressure, just severe anxiety. Can Prazosin 2 mg be taken during the daytime or just at night? Please let me know! ## It can be taken any time of day, but the FDA warns that it can cause nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness, so some people do prefer to take it at night, and it is always best to follow your doctor's instructions. Are you on any other medications?

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Hello: Dealing with PTSD. Prazosin helps but is short acting. I use at night when anxiety jerks me awake, often 3 or 4 times. I always check BP first and when elevated by stress I take 2-4 mg. It really helps but my P-doc wont give RX for enough to see me through a month. Is there any reasonably reliable over the counter route for Prazosin (minipress)? I could really use the help. Thanks ## Hello Don. Spotted your post in here..I get the drug for something else but I was wondering did anyone try Melatonin on you? It's a natural sleep hormone.. in Europe it doesn't require a prescription. ## Hi Don, Regarding PTSD, I stumbled upon some interesting information I wanted to share, suggesting that certain psychedelics such as psilocybin (the active component found in psychedelic mush...

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What is the generic form of prazosin, or prazosin alternatives/substitutes (when prescribed for PTSD or anxiety)? ## Prazosin is also minnipress, I've been on it for years for PTSD and it works wonderful ## @Debbie, Minipress is the brand/trade name and Prazosin is the generic name. As far as alternatives go, Prazosin is an "alpha blocker" - [which according to NIH is indicated for treating hypertension], so looking into other drugs of the same classification may be your best bet. The way it lowers blood pressure is by relaxing blood vessels. So I'd imagine that this mechanism is what would have a direct effect on anxiety or PTSD. I don't believe all blood pressure meds work in the same manner (e.g. beta blockers / diuretics), but it goes without sayin' that lowe...

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Recently I've come up positive for opiates in my system and the medication I take is prazosin, which also interfered and made me negative for Methadone which I take every day. Is it possible for prazosin to cause a false positive for heroin, opiates, excetera? ## I'm going crazy, I have not used any drugs and it's coming up in my system as opiate please somebody help me with this all I take is prazosin and from what I can find it does interfere but I just wanted someone else to help I need all the information I can get about this please I'm desperate.

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What can i take for nasal congestion ? I get nasal congestion when i take prazosin hcl. ## Hello, John! How are you? Unfortunately, I've found that most stuff on provides minimal help, but if your doctor approves of your trying it, you may benefit from an antihistamine, such as Benadryl, or Flonase nasal spray, though they can sometimes elevate blood pressure, so it's best to only take them, if your doctor approves. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I found a brown & tan capsule, printed on it is: Mylan 2302. What is this? And, what is it used for? What are the warnings for this drug? ## Hello, Tina! How are you? This capsule contains 2mgs of Prazosin, it is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, anxiety and prostate disorders. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I love one girl but it is one sided, because of that I having lots of tension. Recently my blood pressure went too high, it was 190/130. Doctors tried Clinidipine 10 mg for few days but its not coming down from 150/120. So now they gave Losar H 10mg. Is it good or else which medicine should I take. I am going through very bad phase. ## Clonodine works for me, it is blood pressure medication but i used it for withdrawl symptoms of coming off H, but i quite liked it. it took away my chest heavyness and racing heart and sweating. I have also used Prazosin (again, for a different medical condition, PTSD) -HOWEVER! When you start Prazosin, it increases your blood pressure, which the doctor did not tell me, and is very intense the first couple nights i thought i was going to have a heart atta...

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What is it & what's it used to treat ## Hello, Debra! How are you? This tablet contains 1mg Prazosin, which is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and anxiety. Side effects may include nausea, syncope, nasal congestion and fainting. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Oblong shaped peach (possibly very light orange or pink) pill, it is imprinted with 1 on one side and no/vo on the other. ## This tablet contains 1mg of Prazosin, it is a medication that is used to treat high blood pressure and anxiety. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, headache and nasal congestion. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with? ## Do you have a picture? the one i have has a big wide 1 on it.. looks like a vitimin?? orange/pinkish big oblong

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I'm interested in knowing what the composition of the capsule is, ( derived from animal, plant or lab produced? ## The blue capsule in description is identified as Prazosin hydrochloride 5 mg. Judging by the look of it and other pills produced by this manufacturer (Teva Pharmaceuticals USA), I am almost certain that this specific pill is derived from various animal by-products. The blue dye alone is a red-alert in my book. Additionally, gelatin typically constitutes the shells of most pharmaceutical capsules, so I'm further swayed to believe that this holds true for Teva's products as well. There doesn't seem to be specific details on whether this is so or not; just compelling evidence that it is most-likely an animal by-product. I hope my opinion helps! ## very interest...

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FOR WHAT DISEASE THIS MEDICINE IS USED? DOCTOR STOPPED THE MEDICINE RECENTLY. ## Prazopress XL contains the active ingredient Prazosin, it is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and headache. Did he switch you to another med or just tell you to stop this one? Read more:

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pink capsule ## Based on the description provided, I found your pill to be Prazosin HCl (2 mg), used to treat hypertension. You can view a detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## Confirmed based on the info given Prazosin 2 mg

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