Terazosin (Systemic)
Brand Names : Hytrin
Precautions While Using This MedicineIt is
important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure
that this medicine is working properly.
For patients taking this medicine for high blood pressure
:
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Do not take other medicines unless they have
been discussed with your doctor
. This especially includes over-the-counter
(nonprescription) medicines for appetite control, asthma, colds, cough, hay
fever, or sinus problems, since they may tend to increase your blood pressure.
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or sudden fainting may occur after you take
this medicine, especially when you get up from a lying or sitting position.
These effects are more likely to occur when you take the first dose of this
medicine. Taking the first dose at bedtime may prevent problems. However,
be especially careful if you need to get up during the
night
. These effects may also occur with any doses you take after the
first dose. Getting up slowly may help lessen this problem. If you feel dizzy, lie down so that you do not faint
. Then sit for
a few moments before standing to prevent the dizziness from returning.
The dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting is more likely to occur if
you drink alcohol, stand for long periods of time, exercise, or if the weather
is hot. While you are taking this medicine, be careful
to limit the amount of alcohol you drink. Also, use extra care during exercise
or hot weather or if you must stand for long periods of time
.
Terazosin may cause some people to become drowsy or less alert than they
are normally. Make sure you know how you react to this
medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be
dangerous if you are dizzy, drowsy, or are not alert
. After you have
taken several doses of this medicine, these effects should lessen.
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