Terapress 1 Tablet (Terazosin 1mg)

Description

Terapress 1 mg Tablet is an antihypertensive medicine which is used to treat high blood pressure and relieve symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (prostate enlargement) such as painful urination or urinary urgency. This medicine should be used with caution since it may cause temporary loss of consciousness due to the sudden decrease in blood pressure (syncope). This medicine is not recommended for use in children.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Terapress 1 mg Tablet
Hytrin 1 mg Tablet
Abbott India Ltd.
Teradip 1 mg Tablet
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Teralfa 1 mg Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Terapress 1 mg Tablet
Hypersensitivity
Orthostatic Hypotension
Swelling of ankles or feet
Prolonged and painful erection
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Nausea
Weight gain
Fatigue
Back pain

Uses of Terapress 1 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
This medicine is used to reduce high blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and allowing the blood to flow smoothly.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
This medicine is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement) for relaxing the smooth muscles and relieving the symptoms of painful and frequent urination.

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When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to terazosin or any other quinazolines.

Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Syncope
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of temporary loss of consciousness caused by a sudden decrease in the blood pressure. Close monitoring of blood pressure may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
CNS effects
Terapress 1 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and it may affect your thinking and judgment. Hence, it is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery, especially for 12 hours after the first dose or after increasing the dose of this medicine.
Renal failure
Terapress 1 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with bladder overflow, anuria, or advanced renal failure due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Cardiac disorders
Caution is advised while using this medicine in patients with cardiac failure or pulmonary edema due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
Use in pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in children.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If a dose of Terapress 1 mg Tablet is missed, take the dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor immediately in case of an overdose.

Interactions

General Instructions
Use Terapress 1 mg Tablet only for the conditions specified by the doctor. Do not take this medicine in larger amounts than prescribed or share this medicine with others. Report to the doctor all your medical conditions and current medicines including herbs and supplements before taking this medication. Report any undesired effects or lack of improvement to the doctor on priority.