BPH treatment for people with high blood pressure.
Terapress is an alpha-blocker that contains the active ingredient terazosin. It is primarily used to treat both benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and high blood pressure.
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Terapress is a medication used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a condition where your prostate gland enlarges, leading to urinary problems. Terapress belongs to a class of drugs called alpha-blockers, which work by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder neck.
Once the blood vessels near your penis relax after taking Terapress, it improves urine flow and reduces the symptoms associated with BPH, such as difficulty urinating, weak urine stream, frequent urination, and the feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder.
The terazosin in Terapress works by stopping certain signals in the muscles of the prostate and bladder neck, which makes these muscles relax. This relaxation helps to clear the way for urine to flow more easily.
Terazosin is a selective alpha-blocker, which means it can block alpha-1 receptors in specific locations throughout the body, including blood vessels around the penis.
Terapress is available in two doses of 1mg and 2mg of terazosin. Your doctor will be able to help you with the correct dosage based on a medical assessment. Normally you’ll start on the lower dose, but a doctor may tell you to take a higher dose of Terapress if the lower dose isn’t working as well as it should. It is best to follow the doctor's advice when taking the medication and not to change the dose yourself.
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Take your Terapress tablets whole with a glass of water. They’re typically taken once daily, usually at bedtime, to minimize the risk of dizziness or fainting due to a sudden drop in blood pressure. Terapress can be taken with or without food, but it's a good idea to be consistent in how you take it.
When starting Terapress, your doctor may begin with a low dose and gradually increase it over time to minimize side effects experienced from the medication.
The time it takes for you to notice an improvement will depend on the severity of your condition and the dosage prescribed by your doctor. It may take around 4 to 6 weeks before you start feeling relieved of symptoms like frequent urination and difficulty in urinating.
To ensure a consistent level of Terapress in your body, take it at the same time every day. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if your next dose is approaching, do not take an extra dose. Stick to your regular dosing schedule instead.
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