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Terazosin Hcl Oral - Terazosin - Oral Tablet Generic Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Terazosin Hcl Oral
- Hytrin
- teh-RAY-zoh-sin
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
- Contact your doctor if 2 or more consecutive doses are missed.
Terazosin Hcl Oral Miscellaneous Notes
- It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking this medication.
- Learn how to monitor your blood pressure.
- Discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist.
Drug Interactions
- Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription).
- Avoid any drugs that increase your heart rate or make you excited like decongestants because it may counteract your blood pressure medicine.
- Decongestants are commonly found in over-the-counter cough and cold products.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Usage Instructions
- Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
- Try to take it at the same time each day.
- Take the first dose at bedtime to minimize the chances of getting dizzy or fainting.
- Tablets may be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset.
- It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well.
- Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.
- Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
- Some conditions may become worse when the drug is abruptly stopped.
- Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
Possible Side Effects
- Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, constipation, loss of appetite, fatigue, nasal congestion or dry eyes may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness and weakness.
Terazosin Hcl Oral Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency
- Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
- For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
Medicinal Applications
- This medication relaxes and dilates (expands) blood vessels resulting in lowered blood pressure.
- It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).
- In males, this drug is used for symptoms of prostate enlargement such as urinary hesitancy and/or urgency.
Read Before Using Terazosin Hcl Oral (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.