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Brand: Hytrin
Terazosin is an alpha-1 adrenergic blocker used to treat symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH). It works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate. Terazosin can also be used to treat high blood pressure, but it's not a first-line treatment for this condition. It belongs to the class of drugs known as quinazolines.
For treating symptoms of an enlarged prostate (BPH) and high blood pressure.
Outcome:
Severe hypotension
Mechanism:
Additive vasodilatory effects
Outcome:
Increased risk of hypotension
Mechanism:
Additive effects on blood pressure
Outcome:
May slightly reduce terazosin absorption
Mechanism:
Changes in stomach pH
Most likely new formulation: extended-release formulation for improved patient compliance (Year: 2026, 30% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and clinical trial data, there is a low probability of any major regulatory changes for terazosin in the next 5 years.
Alpha-1 adrenergic blocker, Antihypertensive
Quinazoline