Minipress does not seem to have any effect in reducing nightmares in people without PTSD.
This article explains the causes of nightmares in people with PTSD and how Minipress can help.
How Common Is PTSD?
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Historically, only veterans coming home from combat were diagnosed with PTSD.
Now, clinicians recognize patients who experience other types of traumatic events can also experience this condition.
Receptors are the sites where cells transmit messages to each other.It is not clear how this specifically impactssleepor dreams.
Prazosin isn’t usually prescribed to those over age 65.
People in the following groups should use prazosin with caution.
The safety of its use while pregnant or breastfeeding is not known, so these populations should use caution.
PTSD is a serious condition and it deserves treatment.
If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call911.
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