Teraban
Teraban Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Heart Failure, Raynaud's disease
About Teraban Products
Uses of Teraban Products
Terazosin is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Heart Failure and Raynaud's disease.
Teraban Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Teraban are Drowsiness, Headache, Nausea, Palpitations, Blurred vision, Muscle pain, Nasal congestion (stuffy nose), Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Postural hypotension (low blood pressure), Sleepiness, Vertigo, Tachycardia, Joint pain, Joint inflammation.
How Teraban Products work
Terazosin is an alpha-blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels. It also relaxes the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate, which makes it easier to urinate
Patient Concerns about Teraban Products
Frequently asked questions about Teraban Products
Frequently asked questions about Terazosin
Q. What is Teraban 1mg Tablet used for?
Teraban 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.
Q. What should I discuss with my doctor before taking Teraban 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.
Q. Who should avoid taking Teraban 1mg Tablet?
Individuals should not take Teraban 1mg Tablet if they are allergic to terazosin or any other ingredients peresent in Teraban 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.
Q. What serious side effects of Teraban 1mg Tablet should I watch out for?
You should seek medical attention if you experience serious side effects of Teraban 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.
Q. Why do I need to be cautious when taking the first dose of Teraban 1mg Tablet?
The first dose of Teraban 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.
Q. When should I take Teraban 1mg Tablet?
Take Teraban 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.
Q. Can I stop taking Teraban 1mg Tablet suddenly?
No, do not stop taking Teraban 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).
Q. What precautions should I take during Teraban 1mg Tablet treatment?
During Teraban 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).