Terazosin 2 mg Tablets (Terazosin Hydrochloride Monohydrate)

Adult dose

1. Urinary disorders due to benign prostatic hyperplasia - Initial dose: Administer 1 mg orally of terazosin hydrochloride before bedtime; do not exceed this dose. - Maintenance dose: Gradually increase until symptoms improve, administering 5-10 mg orally once a day. - When co-administered with diuretics of the thiazide class or other antihypertensives, reduce the dose and increase as necessary. 2. Hypertension - Initial dose: Administer 1 mg orally of terazosin hydrochloride before bedtime; do not exceed this dose.

This drug belongs to the class of alpha-blockers and is primarily used to lower blood pressure or treat benign prostatic hyperplasia. It is essential to verify the history of allergic reactions or hypersensitivity before taking this medication. It is not safe to use in children under 12 years of age. This medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders should not take it. Patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function, a history of cardiovascular disease, or a history of specific allergies should use this medication with caution. This medication may cause side effects such as dizziness or fainting, so special care should be taken when initially taking it or when suddenly increasing the dosage. When engaging in hazardous activities such as driving or operating machinery, one should be cautious of dizziness or drowsiness that may occur after taking this medication. During treatment, blood pressure may drop suddenly; therefore, one should move slowly when standing up from a sitting or lying position. This drug is used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, but it may have symptoms similar to prostate cancer, so cancer status must be confirmed before treatment. Patients planning cataract surgery must inform their ophthalmologist that they are taking this medication as it may alter the surgical approach. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication cautiously after consultation with a doctor, as its safety has not been established. Women who are breastfeeding should avoid taking this medicine, or stop nursing, as it may be excreted in breast milk. Elderly patients should start with a low dose to prevent excessively low blood pressure and monitor their condition closely. In case of overdose, severe hypotension or cardiac issues may occur, so immediate medical attention should be sought, and dialysis is not effective.

Serious side effects

Fainting, severe allergic reactions (including anaphylaxis), difficulty breathing, jaundice (liver issues), atrial fibrillation

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• fatigue
• peripheral edema
• depression
• nervousness
• headache
• malaise
• weakness
• sweating
• insomnia

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture; therefore, it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is essential to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Light orange round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle