Minipress Xl 2.5mg Tablet 30

Minipress XL Tablet is used for:

• Managing hypertension, or high blood pressure

• Reducing the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems linked with hypertension

• Easing symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) including difficulty urinating and frequent urination in men

• Decreasing the need to urinate urgently or frequently at night due to BPH

• Assisting in the management of heart failure

• Helping in the control of Raynaud's disease, a condition causing numbness and coldness in fingers and toes

Here are some simple guidelines on how to take Minipress XL Tablet:

• Always swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.

• Remember to take your medicine at the same time each day for optimal results.

• For specific advice on your medication routine, always consult your doctor.

Minipress XL Tablet is taken orally.

Minipress XL Tablet contains prazosin (2.5 mg), which works on your body in the following ways:

• Blood Vessel Relaxation: Prazosin relaxes your blood vessels, which allows blood to flow more easily through your body. This action can reduce the workload on your heart, helping it pump blood more efficiently.

• Muscle Relaxation: In case of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prazosin helps relax the muscles surrounding the prostate and bladder. This action makes it easier to urinate and reduces the need for frequent or urgent urination.

Remember, these actions are part of how Minipress XL Tablet works in managing high blood pressure and BPH symptoms. Always consult your doctor for further information about this medication.

• Store Minipress XL Tablet under 30°C, away from direct sunlight and moisture.

• Keep it in its original packaging to protect it from air.

• Place the medicine in a secure location out of the reach of children.

• Always check the expiry date on the package before using it.

• If you're taking Minipress XL Tablet for hypertension, try to limit your salt intake. Too much salt can increase your blood pressure.

• For those using this medicine to manage symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, consider adopting a low-fat diet. Eating lots of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help keep your prostate healthy.