{"id":105214,"date":"2022-04-22T12:37:39","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:37:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T12:37:39","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:37:39","slug":"will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/","title":{"rendered":"Will prazosin make my cat pee more?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Will_prazosin_make_my_cat_pee_more\" title=\"Will prazosin make my cat pee more?\">Will prazosin make my cat pee more?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#What_are_the_side_effects_of_prazosin_in_cats\" title=\"What are the side effects of prazosin in cats?\">What are the side effects of prazosin in cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Does_prazosin_affect_urination\" title=\"Does prazosin affect urination?\">Does prazosin affect urination?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#How_long_does_prazosin_last_in_cats\" title=\"How long does prazosin last in cats?\">How long does prazosin last in cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Can_prazosin_cause_incontinence\" title=\"Can prazosin cause incontinence?\">Can prazosin cause incontinence?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#What_does_prazosin_do_to_cats\" title=\"What does prazosin do to cats?\">What does prazosin do to cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Can_cats_stay_on_prazosin\" title=\"Can cats stay on prazosin?\">Can cats stay on prazosin?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Does_prazosin_make_cats_lethargic\" title=\"Does prazosin make cats lethargic?\">Does prazosin make cats lethargic?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#How_much_prazosin_Can_I_give_my_cat\" title=\"How much prazosin Can I give my cat?\">How much prazosin Can I give my cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Can_prazosin_cause_bladder_problems\" title=\"Can prazosin cause bladder problems?\">Can prazosin cause bladder problems?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#What_does_prazosin_do_to_urethra\" title=\"What does prazosin do to urethra?\">What does prazosin do to urethra?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#How_does_prazosin_cause_urinary_incontinence\" title=\"How does prazosin cause urinary incontinence?\">How does prazosin cause urinary incontinence?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Does_prazosin_cause_water_retention\" title=\"Does prazosin cause water retention?\">Does prazosin cause water retention?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_prazosin_to_wear_off\" title=\"How long does it take for prazosin to wear off?\">How long does it take for prazosin to wear off?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#How_often_can_you_give_a_cat_prazosin\" title=\"How often can you give a cat prazosin?\">How often can you give a cat prazosin?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#What_does_prazosin_do_for_cats\" title=\"What does prazosin do for cats?\">What does prazosin do for cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#How_much_prazosin_can_a_cat_take\" title=\"How much prazosin can a cat take?\">How much prazosin can a cat take?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Which_medications_can_cause_urinary_incontinence\" title=\"Which medications can cause urinary incontinence?\">Which medications can cause urinary incontinence?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Can_alpha_blockers_cause_incontinence\" title=\"Can alpha blockers cause incontinence?\">Can alpha blockers cause incontinence?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Which_blood_pressure_medications_cause_incontinence\" title=\"Which blood pressure medications cause incontinence?\">Which blood pressure medications cause incontinence?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#What_is_prazosin_prescribed_for_in_cats\" title=\"What is prazosin prescribed for in cats?\">What is prazosin prescribed for in cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#What_does_prazosin_do_for_animals\" title=\"What does prazosin do for animals?\">What does prazosin do for animals?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Is_prazosin_safe_for_cats\" title=\"Is prazosin safe for cats?\">Is prazosin safe for cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Can_you_give_a_cat_too_much_prazosin\" title=\"Can you give a cat too much prazosin?\">Can you give a cat too much prazosin?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-prazosin-make-my-cat-pee-more\/#Does_prazosin_cause_drowsiness_in_cats\" title=\"Does prazosin cause drowsiness in cats?\">Does prazosin cause drowsiness in cats?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_prazosin_make_my_cat_pee_more\"><\/span>Will prazosin make my cat pee more?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Urinary Conditions: <b>If a narrowing of the urethra is making urination difficult, the alpha-1 blockade of prazosin may facilitate a more comfortable urination. It is commonly used in cats after an idiopathic cystitis blockage, in patients with bladder or prostate tumors, or patients with spinal disease.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_side_effects_of_prazosin_in_cats\"><\/span>What are the side effects of prazosin in cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They can include <b>dizziness or even fainting when your animal first stands up. Other side effects are related to the digestive tract and can include vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_prazosin_affect_urination\"><\/span>Does prazosin affect urination?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prazosin works by relaxing the muscles around your bladder and prostate gland so that <b>you can pass urine more easily.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_prazosin_last_in_cats\"><\/span>How long does prazosin last in cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Though protocols can vary, prazosin is most often only used short-term to help relieve a current urinary episode. This is usually for about <b>5-7 days. Long-term use and as a preventative for urinary tract signs and straining in cats has not proven to be beneficial.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_prazosin_cause_incontinence\"><\/span>Can prazosin cause incontinence?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They can include <b>dizziness or even fainting when your animal first stands up. Other side effects are related to the digestive tract and can include vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_prazosin_do_to_cats\"><\/span>What does prazosin do to cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prazosin is a drug that is used in dogs and cats to <b>treat high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and spasm of the urethra. Prazosin causes the small blood vessels to relax (vasodilation). This makes it easier for blood to circulate, decreasing blood pressure and the work load on the heart.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cats_stay_on_prazosin\"><\/span>Can cats stay on prazosin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most cats tolerate prazosin without any side effects. Rarely, a cat may have low blood pressure due to prazosin. Some cats become hyperactive when taking prazosin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_prazosin_make_cats_lethargic\"><\/span>Does prazosin make cats lethargic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Side Effects Of Prazosin For Cats <b>Signs of low blood pressure in a kitty may appear as lethargy, weakness, stumbling\/poor coordination, poor appetite, and pale gums, among others.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_prazosin_Can_I_give_my_cat\"><\/span>How much prazosin Can I give my cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common recommendations are to use either dantrolene (2-10 mg\/cat PO tid) or diazepam (2-5mg\/cat PO bid\/tid) together with either prazosin (<b>0.5 mg\/cat sid-bid) or phenoxybenzamine (2.5-7.5 mg\/cat sid\/bid).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_prazosin_cause_bladder_problems\"><\/span>Can prazosin cause bladder problems?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The incidence of genuine stress incontinence was significantly higher in women taking prazosin (86.2%) than in the non-prazosin group (65.7%) (P less than . 01). Twenty-five of the 45 women contacted had their urinary incontinence improved or cured by prazosin withdrawal.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_prazosin_do_to_urethra\"><\/span>What does prazosin do to urethra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prazosin is an alpha-1 blocker. The sympathetic system is in charge of urine storage (versus urination) and blocking the alpha-1 receptors in the urethral sphincter serves to <b>relax the muscles and dilate the urethra allowing for easier urination. Alpha-1 receptors are also present in the peripheral blood vessels.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_prazosin_cause_urinary_incontinence\"><\/span>How does prazosin cause urinary incontinence?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prazosin exerts its antihypertensive effects through <b>vasodilatation caused by selective blockade of postsynaptic alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. As an alpha-blocker, it also exerts a significant relaxant effect on the bladder neck and urethra.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_prazosin_cause_water_retention\"><\/span>Does prazosin cause water retention?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is concluded that <b>inadequate BP response during treatment with prazosin may in part be due to fluid retention. It is therefor suggested that prazosin should in principle be used together with a diuretic in order to prevent fluid retention.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_prazosin_to_wear_off\"><\/span>How long does it take for prazosin to wear off?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because it has a half-life of only 2 to 3 hours and a duration of action of 6 to 10 hours, multiple daytime doses are required. The beneficial effects of prazosin may wear off after <b>2 to 3 hours, which may lead to nightmares in the latter half of regular sleep.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_can_you_give_a_cat_prazosin\"><\/span>How often can you give a cat prazosin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>or 3 times per day<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_prazosin_do_for_cats\"><\/span>What does prazosin do for cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prazosin is a drug that is used in dogs and cats to <b>treat high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and spasm of the urethra. Prazosin causes the small blood vessels to relax (vasodilation). This makes it easier for blood to circulate, decreasing blood pressure and the work load on the heart.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_prazosin_can_a_cat_take\"><\/span>How much prazosin can a cat take?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common recommendations are to use either dantrolene (2-10 mg\/cat PO tid) or diazepam (2-5mg\/cat PO bid\/tid) together with either prazosin (<b>0.5 mg\/cat sid-bid) or phenoxybenzamine (2.5-7.5 mg\/cat sid\/bid).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_medications_can_cause_urinary_incontinence\"><\/span>Which medications can cause urinary incontinence?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prazosin works by relaxing the muscles around your bladder and prostate gland so that <b>you can pass urine more easily.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_alpha_blockers_cause_incontinence\"><\/span>Can alpha blockers cause incontinence?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>MedicationEffectAntihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton)Relax the bladder, causing it to retain urineAlpha-adrenergic antagonists such as terazosin (Hytrin), doxazosin (Cardura)Relax the muscle at the outlet of the bladder3 more rows<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_blood_pressure_medications_cause_incontinence\"><\/span>Which blood pressure medications cause incontinence?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Adrenergic agonists or alpha-blockers (medications for high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)) may relax the muscles of the bladder neck, which <b>may cause stress urinary incontinence or urine leakage.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_prazosin_prescribed_for_in_cats\"><\/span>What is prazosin prescribed for in cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Though protocols can vary, prazosin is most often only used short-term to help relieve a current urinary episode. This is usually for about <b>5-7 days. Long-term use and as a preventative for urinary tract signs and straining in cats has not proven to be beneficial.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_prazosin_do_for_animals\"><\/span>What does prazosin do for animals?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is commonly used in cats after an <b>idiopathic cystitis blockage, in patients with bladder or prostate tumors, or patients with spinal disease. Cardiovascular disease: Prazosin might be used to reduce high blood pressure or even in the management of congestive heart failure.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_prazosin_safe_for_cats\"><\/span>Is prazosin safe for cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>It is commonly used in cats after an idiopathic cystitis blockage, in patients with bladder or prostate tumors, or patients with spinal disease. Cardiovascular disease: Prazosin might be used to reduce high blood pressure or even in the management of congestive heart failure.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_give_a_cat_too_much_prazosin\"><\/span>Can you give a cat too much prazosin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common recommendations are to use either dantrolene (2-10 mg\/cat PO tid) or diazepam (2-5mg\/cat PO bid\/tid) together with either prazosin (<b>0.5 mg\/cat sid-bid) or phenoxybenzamine (2.5-7.5 mg\/cat sid\/bid).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_prazosin_cause_drowsiness_in_cats\"><\/span>Does prazosin cause drowsiness in cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They can include <b>dizziness or even fainting when your animal first stands up. Other side effects are related to the digestive tract and can include vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Will prazosin make my cat pee more?What are the side effects of prazosin in cats?Does prazosin affect urination?How long does prazosin last in cats?Can prazosin cause incontinence?What does prazosin do to cats?Can cats stay on prazosin?Does prazosin make cats lethargic?How much prazosin Can I give my cat?Can prazosin cause bladder problems?What does&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-105214","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/105214"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=105214"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/105214\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=105214"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=105214"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=105214"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}