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Prazosin (Minipress, Hypovase)

Dosage form:

Tablets 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, 5 mg

Pharmacological group:

Antihypertensive alpha-adrenergic blocker

Therapeutic use:

To lower blood pressure; used in pulmonary hypertension as adjunctive therapy in CHF

Dosage:

Dogs:

1 mg per dog orally every 8–12 hours (dogs up to 15 kg); 2 mg per dog (over 15 kg)

Cats:

0.25–1 mg per cat orally every 8–12 hours

Calculate medication dosage for pets

Select the dosage form

Tablets Ready-to-use solution Powder for solution preparation

Weight of the animal:

Dose:

mg/kg

Amount of active ingredient:

mg/tablet

Dry substance amount:

Diluent volume:

Single dose:

tablet

Prazosin (Minipress, Hypovase) dosage calculation

Accurate dosing is essential when treating pets. To calculate a single dose correctly, you need three key values: the animal’s weight, the required dose of the active ingredient, and the concentration of the medication.

Calculation formula:

Single dose = (Animal weight × Required dose) ÷ Medication concentration

Important notes:

Always consult a veterinarian before using any medication.
Follow the recommended dosage and instructions for use.

Accurate dosing helps protect your pet’s health and reduces the risk of side effects.