Prazosin Side Effects

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Prazosin Review Questions and Answers

 
Trade Name: Minipress
Generic Names: Prazosin
 
Side effects of Prazosin:
Gastrointestinal Dry mouth, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation
Neurological Syncope, tinnitus, blurred vision
Cardiac Orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia
Skin Rash
Genitourinary Sexual dysfunction, urinary frequency
Endocrine  
Pulmonary Dyspnea
Systemic Nightmares, fatigue
Pharmacology of Prazosin:
Question:
What is the mechanism of Prazosin?
Answer:
Prazosin is a alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist
Question:
How is Prazosin metabolized?
Answer:
Prazosin is metabolized the liver. 

These side effects of Prazosin are among the most common side effects , however, this list does not include all the side effects of Prazosin. If there is a question or a concern one should always contact their health-care provider or pharmacist.