Unitrin Tablet 2 mg (Terazosin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

1. Urinary disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia - Initial dosage: 1 mg of terazosin hydrochloride is taken orally before bedtime, and must not exceed this dosage. - Maintenance dosage: 5-10 mg is taken orally once daily, increasing slowly until symptoms improve. - In case of co-administration with diuretics or other antihypertensive medications, the dosage may need to be reduced and increased as necessary. 2. Hypertension - Initial dosage: 1 mg of terazosin hydrochloride

This medication contains an alpha-blocker component, used to lower blood pressure and relieve symptoms of prostatic enlargement. People who have had allergic reactions to this medication, children under 12 years of age, and those with genetic disorders affecting lactose breakdown should not use it. Patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function, orthostatic hypotension, heart disease, diabetes, and other specific conditions should use this medication cautiously. This medication contains yellow dye, so those allergic to this component should also be cautious. Common side effects include dizziness or fainting, which may occur especially when starting the medication or suddenly increasing the dosage. In addition, various mild side effects such as headache, fatigue, edema, dyspepsia, cough, skin rash may occur. During the initial period of taking this medication, blood pressure may drop suddenly, leading to dizziness or drowsiness, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. Getting up suddenly from a lying position may lead to dizziness or fainting, so it's safer to move slowly. This medication can help with symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia but should be taken only after confirming the absence of prostate cancer. During cataract surgery, it may impact the iris, so it is crucial to inform the physician before the surgery. There are usually no significant interactions when taken with various other medications, but caution should be exercised as combining it with blood pressure-lowering drugs may result in further lowering of blood pressure. Women who are pregnant or of childbearing potential should use this medication cautiously, and breastfeeding mothers should preferably avoid taking it or stop breastfeeding. Safety and efficacy have not been established for children, so it is not administered to them. In elderly patients, there is a risk of excessively low blood pressure, so treatment should begin with a low dose and monitored closely. In cases of overdose, severe hypotension may occur, requiring immediate medical assistance, and dialysis will not remove this medication.

Serious side effects

Syncope, severe allergic reactions (including anaphylaxis), respiratory distress, orthostatic hypotension, fainting seizures, loss of consciousness, myocardial infarction, cerebrovascular disorders, transient ischemic attacks, atrial fibrillation

Mild side effects

Dizziness, energy depletion, depression, nervousness, headache, lethargy, weakness, sweating, insomnia, cold sensation, shoulder stiffness, drowsiness, thirst, numbness, tachycardia, vasodilation, palpitations, edema, arrhythmia (premature contractions, atrial fibrillation, etc.), chest pain, angina, elevated AST, ALT, ALP, total bilirubin, dyspepsia, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, nosebleed, influenza-like symptoms, pharyngitis, rhinitis

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Light orange to yellow round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle