Hytrin
= Prescription Required 
= Generic Equvalent
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Hytrin 1mg Tablets
Terazosin (Terazosin Hydrochloride)
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Hytrin 2mg Tablets
Terazosin (Terazosin Hydrochloride)
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Hytrin 5mg Tablets
Terazosin (Terazosin Hydrochloride)
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Hytrin 10mg Tablets
Terazosin (Terazosin Hydrochloride)
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Generic equivalents for Hytrin...
We also carry these generic equivalents of Hytrin to help save you money.
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Terazosin (Terazosin Hydrochloride) 2mg Tablets
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Terazosin (Terazosin Hydrochloride) 5mg Tablets
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Terazosin (Terazosin Hydrochloride) 10mg Tablets
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Hytrin Prescription Drug Information
Terazosin (By mouth)
Terazosin (ter-AZ-oh-sin)
Treats high blood pressure and enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)).
Brand Name(s):Hytrin
There may be other brand names for Hytrin.
When Hytrin Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Hytrin if you have ever had an allergic reaction to terazosin.
How to Use Hytrin:
Capsule, Tablet, Liquid Filled Capsule
- Your doctor will tell you how much of Hytrin 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 Hytrin at bedtime unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
- Carefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.
If a dose of Hytrin 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.
How to Store and Dispose of Hytrin:
- Store the medicine at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
- Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Hytrin:
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 Hytrin.
Warnings While Using Hytrin:
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you stop using Hytrin, 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 Hytrin 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 Hytrin. Be sure to keep all appointments.
- Hytrin may make you dizzy or drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
Possible Side Effects While Using Hytrin:
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 while taking Hytrin, talk with your doctor:
- Blurred vision
- Muscle or joint pain
- Nausea
- Problems with sex
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Tiredness
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Hytrin, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
