Tezosin Tablet 2 mg (Terazosin Hydrochloride Hydrate)

Adult dose

1. Urination disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia - Initial dose: Administer 1 mg orally before bedtime as an initial dose of Terazosin hydrochloride, and this dosage should not be exceeded. - Maintenance dose: Gradually increase until symptoms improve, administering 5-10 mg orally once a day. - If used with diuretics and other blood pressure-lowering agents, reduce the dose and increase if necessary while being cautious of hypotension. 2. Hypertension -

This medication is an alpha-blocker that dilates blood vessels to lower blood pressure and improve urination disorders caused by prostatic hyperplasia. However, this medication should not be used in certain patients, such as those allergic to this medication or similar drugs, children under 12 years old, and patients with genetic issues like lactose intolerance. Caution is required for patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function, or those with certain diseases like orthostatic hypotension, heart disease, or diabetes. Additionally, individuals allergic to the dye components in this medication should be careful. This medication may cause dizziness, drowsiness, headaches, and symptoms of orthostatic hypotension due to blood pressure lowering, so it is essential to be particularly careful when first taking the medication or changing the dosage. There is a risk of falling or injury due to these symptoms, so it is advisable to rise slowly and avoid dangerous activities. This medication can cause fainting, especially within 30 to 90 minutes after the first dose, requiring caution. If fainting occurs, the patient should be laid down and, if necessary, seek medical assistance. Special caution is required for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and its use should be avoided or discussed with a doctor if possible. For the elderly, it is safer to start with a low dose and gradually increase to prevent excessively low blood pressure. While this medication has fewer interactions when used with other medications, caution should be exercised if used with blood pressure-lowering agents as it may cause blood pressure to drop too low. In cases of overdose, blood pressure may drop sharply, requiring immediate visit to a medical facility for appropriate treatment. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it into different containers as this may affect its quality.

Serious side effects

Fainting, severe allergic reactions (including anaphylaxis), difficulty breathing, orthostatic hypotension

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• energy deficiency
• depression
• nervousness
• headache
• lethargy
• weakness
• sweating
• insomnia
• cold sensation

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to keep the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Do not place it in places that are too hot or too cold.

Appearance

Orange circular tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle