Medicine detail

Terazosin hydrochloride

Used for: Terazosin capsules are indicated for the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). There is a rapid response, with approximately 70% of patients experiencing an increase in urinary flow and improvement in symptoms of BPH when treated with terazosin capsules. The long-term effects of terazosin capsules on the incidence of surgery, acute urinary obstruction or other complications of BPH are yet to be determined. Terazosin capsules are also indicated for the treatment of hypertension.

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What It Is Used For

Used for: Terazosin capsules are indicated for the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). There is a rapid response, with approximately 70% of patients experiencing an increase in urinary flow and improvement in symptoms of BPH when treated with terazosin capsules. The long-term effects of terazosin capsules on the incidence of surgery, acute urinary obstruction or other complications of BPH are yet to be determined. Terazosin capsules are also indicated for the treatment of hypertension.

Active Ingredient

TERAZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Chemical Name

TERAZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Common Brands

Terazosin

Generic / Alternate Names

TERAZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Tracking Note

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