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Teramed Tablet (Terazosin Hydrochloride Hydrate)

Teramed Tablet (Terazosin Hydrochloride Hydrate)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Terazosin Hydrochloride Hydrate›2.374mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
구주제약(주)
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets, 300 tablets
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200411086 · Notified 2004.08.09 · Insurance code 669802750

Summary

Main use
Improvement of urinary disorders and hypertension due to benign prostatic hyperplasia
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1. Urinary disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia - Initial dose: 1 mg orally before bedtime as terazosin hydrochloride, do not exceed this dosage. - Maintenance dose: Gradually increase until symptom improvement, with an oral dose of 5-10 mg once daily. - When combined with diuretics or other antihypertensives, reduce the dose and increase as needed, monitor for hypotension. 2. Hypertension - Initial dose: 1 mg orally before bedtime, do not exceed this dosage. -

Ingredients

Manufacturer
구주제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of urinary disorders and hypertension due to benign prostatic hyperplasia

  • Urinary disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia
  • hypertension
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This medication is primarily used to improve urinary disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia and mild to moderate hypertension.

How to take

Adult dose

1. Urinary disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia - Initial dose: 1 mg orally before bedtime as terazosin hydrochloride, do not exceed this dosage. - Maintenance dose: Gradually increase until symptom improvement, with an oral dose of 5-10 mg once daily. - When combined with diuretics or other antihypertensives, reduce the dose and increase as needed, monitor for hypotension. 2. Hypertension - Initial dose: 1 mg orally before bedtime, do not exceed this dosage. -

Precautions

This medication should not be administered to patients who have had allergic reactions to this drug or to alpha-blockers. Safety has not been established in children under 12 years of age; therefore, it should not be used in this population. This medication contains lactose, so it should not be given to patients with genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion. Patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function should use this medication with caution. Patients with specific conditions such as orthostatic hypotension, syncope, heart or cerebrovascular diseases, gastric ulcers, alcohol dependency, or diabetes should take this medication with care. This drug can cause a wide range of side effects from mild dizziness to severe fainting, particularly when starting the medication or rapidly increasing the dose. Symptoms such as dizziness, headache, drowsiness, depression, sweating, swelling, indigestion, etc., may occur; consult a physician if symptoms are severe. Due to its effect of lowering blood pressure, caution is needed when driving or operating hazardous machinery. Dizziness or fainting may occur when rising suddenly; it is advisable to move slowly. This drug is used to alleviate symptoms of prostatic enlargement, but it should only be taken after confirming the absence of prostate cancer. Patients undergoing cataract surgery should inform their ophthalmologist of this medication, as problems related to the iris may occur during surgery. There are no significant interactions when taken with other medications, but combining it with antihypertensives may enhance the blood pressure-lowering effects. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should take this medication with caution under a doctor's supervision, and breastfeeding mothers should avoid its use if possible or discontinue breastfeeding. Safety and efficacy have not been established in children; therefore, it should not be used in this population. Elderly patients should start with a low dose to prevent blood pressure from dropping too low and should take it according to their physician's instructions. In cases of overdose, blood pressure may drop rapidly, so it is essential to seek medical attention immediately for appropriate treatment. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to other containers for safety.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Syncope
  • anaphylaxis
  • thrombocytopenia
  • atrial fibrillation
  • miosis syndrome
  • myocardial infarction
  • cerebrovascular disorders
  • transient ischemic attack
  • angina
  • liver disease
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  • grade III-IV hypertensive retinopathy
  • insulin-dependent diabetes.

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • energy depletion
  • peripheral edema
  • depression
  • neurogenic irritability
  • headache
  • fatigue
  • weakness
  • sweating
  • insomnia
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  • cool sensation
  • shoulder stiffness
  • drowsiness
  • thirst
  • numbness
  • tachycardia
  • vasodilation
  • orthostatic control disorder
  • palpitations
  • swelling
  • arrhythmia
  • chest pain
  • angina
  • increased AST
  • ALT
  • ALP
  • total bilirubin
  • indigestion
  • abdominal distension
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • nosebleed
  • influenza-like symptoms.

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and humidity. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets, 300 tablets

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