TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule
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HCTZ 12.5 / LISINOPRIL 10 MG TAB
I HAVE BEEN TAKING HCTZ 12.5 / LISINOPRIL 10 MG TAB FOR SEVERAL YEARS. IT CONTROLS MY BLOOD PRESSURE VERY WELL. MY BLOOD PRESSURE TODAY WAS 125/80 AND ONE WEEK AGO WAS 135/92. MY DOCTOR HAS PRESCRIBED TERAZOSIN ORAL CAPSULE 1MG FOR ONE WEE...
by CHARLES L. DODGEN in HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA 77074, 10/24/2006
TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule Drug and Prescription Information
TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule
TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule Medication Classification
TERAZOSIN (By mouth)
TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule Brandname
Hytrin
TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule is used for the Treatment
Terazosin (ter-AY-zoe-sin) Treats high blood pressure and enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)).
When To Not Use TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to terazosin.
How Should You Use TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule
Capsule, Tablet, Liquid Filled Capsule
- Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Your dose may need to be changed several times in order to find out what works best for you. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- Take this medicine at bedtime unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
- Carefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet. If a dose is missed:
- If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Proper TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule Storage
Store TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using verapamil (Calan®, Covera®), diuretics or "water pills" (such as furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide, Aldactazide®, Aldactone®, Dyazide®, Hyzaar®, Lasix®, Lotrel®, Maxzide®, Moduretic®, Norvasc®, Zestoretic®), or any other blood pressure medicine (such as atenolol, metoprolol, Accupril®, Altace®, Cardizem®, Cardura®, Lotensin®, Lotrel®, Monopril®, Plendil®, Prinivil®, Tiazac®, Toprol®, Vasotec®, Zestril®).
- Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine.
TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule Warnings
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you stop using this medicine, your blood pressure may go up. High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. Even if you feel well, do not stop using the medicine without asking your doctor.
- Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor. If you have not taken the medicine for several days, you will need to use a lower dose when you start taking it again.
- Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.
- This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
TERAZOSIN (Oral) (Capsule Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face, lips, or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
- Chest pain (may be related to your disease and not a side effect)
- Fast or pounding heartbeat
- Fever, chills, sore throat
- Lightheadedness or fainting
- Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet
- Prolonged or painful erection
- Swelling in the hands, ankles, or feet, rapid weight gain If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Blurred vision
- Muscle or joint pain
- Nausea
- Problems with sex
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Tiredness
