Uses of Terazosin

Terazosin is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia (a condition where prostate gland, by growing too big and obstructing, it can partially block the flow of urine from the bladder).

Therapeutic Category

Terazosin: Alpha-blockers

How Terazosin works

Terazosin relieves the symptoms of BPH by relaxing the muscles of the bladder and prostate and lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body.

Common side effects of Terazosin

• Nervousness
• Blurred or altered vision
• Breathlessness
• Back pain
• Nausea, vomiting
• Impotence (erectile dysfunction)
• Dizziness
• Itching
• Sleepiness
• Constipation
• Skin rash
• Tingling sensation in skin
• Diarrhoea
• Nasal congestion
• Sinusitis
• Fast heartbeat
• Light-headedness
• Nose bleed (epistaxis)
• Chest pain
• Headache
• Fluid retention and swelling
• The feeling of weakness and pain in the extremities
• Fainting on standing

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor:

• In case of accidental overdose or ingestion

Health Tips for Terazosin

• Take your medication at the same time each day with food to maintain a consistent level in your bloodstream. Do not change the dose or stop taking the medication without consulting your healthcare provider
• Adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes a balanced diet, regular exercise, stress management and avoiding smoking
• Regular check-ups allow your healthcare provider to monitor your health and adjust your treatment plan if necessary
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day to maintain good hydration
• Alcohol can interact with Terazosin and increase the risk of side effects like dizziness and fainting. It's best to limit or avoid alcohol consumption
• Terazosin can cause dizziness or lightheadedness, especially when you stand up quickly. To minimize this, rise from sitting or lying down positions slowly
• Terazosin is not recommended for use in pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding women