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Gotera 1mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Gotera 1mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily. It is also used to treat symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia) in men by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.

Gotera 1mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Follow the advice of your doctor on what is right for you. You need to use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it, so keep taking it even if you feel well. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms. If you stop taking it, your blood pressure may rise and put you at risk of a heart attack or stroke.


Common side effects of Gotera 1mg Tablet include dizziness, drowsiness, puffy feet or hands, and nasal congestion. Most side effects disappear when you get used to the medicine. If side effects persist or worsen, talk to your doctor.


To avoid feeling dizzy, get up slowly after sitting or lying down. It may also cause your blood pressure to go too low. Some side effects may be serious and need urgent medical attention. Your doctor may be able to help with ways of preventing or reducing side effects. If you are pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before using Gotera 1mg Tablet. Also, talk to your doctor before taking it if you have heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease and if you are having eye surgery for a cataract. Your blood pressure will need to be checked regularly while using this medicine.


Benefits of Gotera Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Gotera 1mg Tablet helps lower high blood pressure by relaxing and widening blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily. Reducing blood pressure decreases the risk of serious complications such as heart attacks, strokes, and kidney disease. When taken in the right dose and duration as prescribed, it improves circulation, reduces strain on the heart, and supports overall cardiovascular health.

Side effects of Gotera Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Gotera

  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Low energy
  • Weakness
  • Swelling of hands
  • Swelling of legs
  • Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)

How to use Gotera Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gotera 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Gotera Tablet works

Gotera 1mg Tablet is an alpha-blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels. It also relaxes the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate, making urinating easier.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gotera 1mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gotera 1mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gotera 1mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Gotera 1mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gotera 1mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Gotera 1mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Gotera 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Gotera 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Gotera 1mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Gotera Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Gotera 1mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Gotera 1mg Tablet may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure, especially when you first start taking this medicine. To reduce the risk of dizziness or fainting, stand up slowly after sitting or lying down.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Gotera 1mg Tablet, as it can lower your blood pressure even more and make you feel more dizzy.
  • Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration, as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Inform your doctor that you are taking Gotera 1mg Tablet if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Quinazoline Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Selective Alpha-1 Adrenergic Receptor Antagonists

Interaction with drugs

Taking Gotera with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. It is recommended to lie down if you experience symptoms such a... More
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue, confusion, cold or clammy skin, shallow breathing or rapid puls... More
Monitor your blood pressure regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required. Concurrent use may increase the risk... More
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. It is recommended to lie down if you experience symptoms such a... More
Your doctor may monitor blood pressure and adjust the dose, if required. Concurrent use may cause low blood pressure.

Patient concerns

I am a patient of hypertension
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Hypertension is clinal condition of high blood pressure. Please see a physician.
Some times I had lot of hypertension
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Hypertension is clinically high blood pressure. Persistent high arterial blood pressure above 120/80 mm HG is termed as pre-hypertension or hypertension, but the point to be emphasized is that this rise in blood pressure is persistent. Transient increase in BP occurs in stress and anxiety and needs to be treated accordingly.

FAQs

What is Gotera 1mg Tablet used for?

Gotera 1mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and relieve symptoms of an enlarged prostate (BPH) such as difficulty urinating or a weak urine stream. It helps by relaxing blood vessels and the muscles in the prostate and bladder.

What should I discuss with my doctor before taking Gotera 1mg Tablet?

You should inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or heart problems, have had eye surgery (especially cataracts), take medications for erectile dysfunction, high blood pressure, or chest pain, and/or are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Who should avoid taking Gotera 1mg Tablet?

Individuals should not take Gotera 1mg Tablet if they are allergic to terazosin or any other ingredients peresent in Gotera 1mg Tablet, have a history of fainting when urinating (micturition syncope), and have low blood pressure or conditions where sudden drops in blood pressure are dangerous.

What serious side effects of Gotera 1mg Tablet should I watch out for?

You should seek medical attention if you experience serious side effects of Gotera 1mg Tablet such as fainting or feeling like you might pass out, fast heartbeat or palpitations, painful long-lasting erections (priapism), severe allergic reactions (swelling of lips, face, or throat), and blurry vision during cataract surgery.

Why do I need to be cautious when taking the first dose of Gotera 1mg Tablet?

The first dose of Gotera 1mg Tablet (or when resuming after a break) can cause a sudden drop in blood pressure, leading to fainting and dizziness. That's why it should be taken at bedtime and with caution.

When should I take Gotera 1mg Tablet?

Take Gotera 1mg Tablet at bedtime (especially when starting treatment) to minimize dizziness from first-dose effects. After adjusting, your doctor may switch you to morning dosing.

Can I stop taking Gotera 1mg Tablet suddenly?

No, do not stop taking Gotera 1mg Tablet suddenly. Your doctor may gradually reduce the dose under medical supervision. Stopping it abruptly can cause a sudden rise in blood pressure and worsen symptoms of BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia).

What precautions should I take during Gotera 1mg Tablet treatment?

During Gotera 1mg Tablet treatment, you should rise slowly from sitting/lying to prevent dizziness, avoid alcohol (increases dizziness risk), and inform surgeons/dentists before any procedures (risk of low blood pressure).
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