Prazosin, also known as _Minipress_, is a drug used to treat hypertension. Prazosin is marketed by _Pfizer_ and was initially approved by the FDA in 1988 [L5828]. It belongs to the class of drugs known as alpha-1 antagonists [FDA label], [A176630]. Recently, many studies have evaluated the benefits of this drug in controlling the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and associated nightmares [A176618, A176621, A176624].
This drug is indicated for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Prazosin can be given alone or given with other blood pressure-lowering drugs, including diuretics or beta-adrenergic blocking agents [FDA label]. Prazosin does not negatively impact lung function, and therefore may be used to manage hypertension in patients who are asthmatic or patients with chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD)[A176630].
Categories
Adrenergic alpha-1 Receptor Antagonists
Adrenergic alpha-Antagonists
Adrenergic Antagonists
Alpha-Adrenoreceptor Antagonists and Diuretics
Antiadrenergic Agents, Peripherally Acting
Antihypertensive Agents
Antihypertensive Agents Indicated for Hypertension
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