Prazosin
Veterinary Compounding Medication – Customized for Dogs and Cats
Quick Reference
General Drug Information and Indications
Prazosin is an antihypertensive medication prescribed for dogs and cats to manage conditions such as high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and urethral spasms. It works by relaxing small blood vessels through vasodilation, improving circulation and reducing cardiac workload. Although prazosin helps control symptoms effectively, it does not cure the underlying condition.
Administration Instructions
Dosage: Administer prazosin exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian. If a dose is missed, give it as soon as possible but do not double the next dose.
Feeding: Provide with food to improve absorption and reduce the likelihood of stomach upset.
Handling: Wash hands thoroughly after administering or handling the medication to avoid accidental exposure.
Side Effects
Common side effects may include dizziness or fainting, especially when the animal first stands up after lying down. Gastrointestinal disturbances such as vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation may also occur.
If any adverse reaction or unusual behavior is observed, contact your veterinarian immediately for guidance.
Precautions
Safety: Keep this medication out of reach of children and administer only to the animal for which it was prescribed.
Legal Notice: Prazosin use is restricted to prescription by a licensed veterinarian.
Health Considerations: Not recommended for animals with hypotension (low blood pressure) or severe renal impairment, as prazosin can further reduce blood pressure and affect kidney perfusion.
Drug Interactions
Avoid combining prazosin with other blood pressure-lowering medications such as beta blockers, sildenafil, verapamil, or nifedipine, as this can cause excessive hypotension. Clonidine may also reduce the effectiveness of prazosin.
In Case of Overdose
Animals: Contact your veterinarian immediately or reach out to the A.S.P.C.A. Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435.
Humans: If accidental ingestion occurs, contact the National Capital Poison Center at 800-222-1222 for emergency guidance.
Storage
Storage requirements may vary depending on the dosage form and concentration. Follow the label directions or consult your pharmacist for specific storage guidelines to ensure medication stability and effectiveness.
Custom Veterinary Compounding for Prazosin
Rock Ridge Pharmacy compounds Prazosin into customized strengths and dosage forms to support blood pressure control, heart health, and urinary comfort in pets. Speak with our veterinary compounding team to discuss personalized formulations for your pet’s medical needs.
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