pra·zo·sin

(prā′zō-sĭn)

A crystalline vasodilator, C₁₉H₂₁N₅O₄, used in the form of its hydrochloride to treat hypertension.

[p(ipe)raz(ine) + perhaps alteration of ox(y)- + (quinazol)in(e), one of its constituents.]

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Noun

prazosin - antihypertensive drug (trade name Minipress)

Minipress

alpha blocker, alpha-adrenergic blocker, alpha-adrenergic blocking agent, alpha-blocker - any of various drugs that block alpha-adrenergic receptors; used in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia; relaxes the muscles of the prostate and bladder

antihypertensive, antihypertensive drug - a drug that reduces high blood pressure

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prazosin

n prazosina

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Since her blood pressure was controlled, Minipress XL (prazosin) 5 mg HS was added.

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