TYPES:
- Hytrin (Terazosin)
- Cardura (Doxazosin mesylate)
- Minipress (Prazosin)
BASIC ACTION: Relaxes blood vessels, which produces a drop in blood pressure
USES: To lower blood pressure
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS:
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Sleepiness, drowsiness
- Fatigue, weakness
- Swelling of the ankles or feet
- Nasal congestion
- Nausea
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- May cause dizziness with quick change of position. Stand up slowly and gradually.
- May cause drowsiness or sleepiness, especially at the beginning. Please use caution when driving or operating heavy machinery.