Terapress 1 mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Uses of Terapress 1 mg Tablet:
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Composition of Terapress 1 mg Tablet:
Terazosin 1mg
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Description
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Uses
Terazosin is generally used in treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia and high blood pressure
Side effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Low energy
- Nausea
- Palpitations
- Weakness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Terazosin, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Terazosin is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Terazosin is an alpha-blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels. It works by relaxing muscle around the bladder exit and prostate, which makes it easier to urinate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Terazosin a beta blocker or an alpha blocker?
Terazosin belongs to class of medications called alpha-receptor blockers or alpha-blockers
Q. Is Terazosin safe?
Terazosin is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Terazosin a statin or a blood thinner (thin the blood)?
Terazosin is neither a statin nor a blood thinner
Q. Is Terazosin a diuretic?
No, Terazosin is not a diuretic, it antagonizes the alpha receptors causing relaxation of the smooth muscle tone in the prostate and bladder neck, hence the urine is passed easily in patients with enlarged prostrate
Q. Is Terazosin a narcotic?
No, Terazosin is not a narcotic
Q. Does Terazosin lower heart rate?
No, Terazosin is not known to reduce heart rate. Increase in heart rate or irregular heart rate is a common adverse event reported for Terazosin
Q. Does Terazosin cause weight gain/ impotence/ tiredness/ constipation and dry mouth?
Weight gain/ tiredness/ constipation and dry mouth are common side effects of Terazosin therapy. However is not known to cause impotence. It may rarely cause painful prolonged erections (Priapism), which if untreated may cause impotence
Q. Can I take Terazosin with Cialis (tadalafil)?
Please follow your doctor's advice before taking these medications with Terazosin. As combining Cialis (tadalafil) with Terazosin can lower your blood pressure and increase the risk of dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, flushing, headache, and nasal congestion
Q. Can I take Terazosin with Flomax (tamsulosin)?
Terazosin and Flomax (tamulosin) are both used for the symptomatic treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Please follow your doctor's advice before taking any medications when on treatment with Terazosin
Q. Does Terazosin lower Prostate specific antigen (PSA)?
No, Terazosin does not lower PSA.
Terazosin belongs to class of medications called alpha-receptor blockers or alpha-blockers
Q. Is Terazosin safe?
Terazosin is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Terazosin a statin or a blood thinner (thin the blood)?
Terazosin is neither a statin nor a blood thinner
Q. Is Terazosin a diuretic?
No, Terazosin is not a diuretic, it antagonizes the alpha receptors causing relaxation of the smooth muscle tone in the prostate and bladder neck, hence the urine is passed easily in patients with enlarged prostrate
Q. Is Terazosin a narcotic?
No, Terazosin is not a narcotic
Q. Does Terazosin lower heart rate?
No, Terazosin is not known to reduce heart rate. Increase in heart rate or irregular heart rate is a common adverse event reported for Terazosin
Q. Does Terazosin cause weight gain/ impotence/ tiredness/ constipation and dry mouth?
Weight gain/ tiredness/ constipation and dry mouth are common side effects of Terazosin therapy. However is not known to cause impotence. It may rarely cause painful prolonged erections (Priapism), which if untreated may cause impotence
Q. Can I take Terazosin with Cialis (tadalafil)?
Please follow your doctor's advice before taking these medications with Terazosin. As combining Cialis (tadalafil) with Terazosin can lower your blood pressure and increase the risk of dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, flushing, headache, and nasal congestion
Q. Can I take Terazosin with Flomax (tamsulosin)?
Terazosin and Flomax (tamulosin) are both used for the symptomatic treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Please follow your doctor's advice before taking any medications when on treatment with Terazosin
Q. Does Terazosin lower Prostate specific antigen (PSA)?
No, Terazosin does not lower PSA.
Expert Advice
- You have been prescribed Terazosin for the treatment of high blood pressure.It may also be used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure, especially when you first start taking Terazosin. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.Do not consume alcohol while taking Terazosin as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of this medicine causing increased dizziness.Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Terazosin can cause dizziness and sleepiness.Inform your doctor that you are taking Terazosin if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.
Product Details
SKU: PC-15347
Product Description: Terapress 1 mg Tablet is manufactured by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Terapress 1 mg Tablet is manufactured by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
