Therapeutic Group

Indication Dosage

Terazosin is a medication primarily prescribed to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH). It works by relaxing the smooth muscles in blood vessels and the prostate, helping to lower blood pressure and improve urinary symptoms such as difficulty urinating, frequent urination, and a weak stream. 

Mild To Moderate Hypertension: 

• Adult: 1 Mg Daily For 7 Days, Then Increased If Necessary To 2 Mg Daily, To Be Taken At Bedtime; Maintenance 2-10 Mg Once Daily, Doses Above 20 Mg Rarely Improve Efficacy 

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: 

• Adult: Initially 1 Mg Daily, Dose Should Be Taken At Bedtime, If Necessary Dose May Be Doubled At Intervals Of 1-2 Weeks According To Response; Maintenance 5-10 Mg Daily; Maximum 10 Mg Per Day 
• Children: Not Recommended.

Content

Pregnancy

Use Only When Potential Benefit Outweighs Risk.

Stability

Contra Indications

Precautions

Lactation

Side Effects