Terazosin (Hytrin) blocks the actions of adrenaline on muscles in the arteries and prostate. This relaxes the arteries, thereby lowering the blood pressure. Treating high blood pressure lowers the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney disease. This medication also relaxes the prostate, stopping symptoms of benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), or enlarged prostate. When the prostate becomes enlarged it partially shuts the urethra, making it difficult for the patient to urinate. When the enlarged prostate relaxes the urethra can open to normal diameter, allowing for normal urinary flow.
Dose of Terazosin
Terazosin is available in tablets or capsules. Usual dose is 2 to 10mg per day.
Common side effects:
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Weakness
- Drowsiness
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Stuffy nose
- Difficulty breathing
- Impotence
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
Cost of Terazosin
The price of terazosin ranges from $19.00 to $43.00 for a bottle of 90 capsules, strength 5mg, with a coupon. To find the least expensive pharmacy that sells Hytrin near you and to download a coupon, click here.
How to obtain a prescription
Terazosin must be prescribed by a physician or other licensed prescriber. Did you know? QuickMD can treat your high blood pressure or enlarged prostate (BPH) via telemedicine and prescribe terazosin online.