Terapress 1 Tablet
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Product introduction
Terapress 1 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called alpha-blocker. It is used to treat high blood pressure and lower your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. It may also be used to treat mild enlargement of the prostate gland in men (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
Terapress 1 Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Follow the advice of your doctor on what is right for you. You need to use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it so keep taking it even if you feel well. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms. If you stop taking it, your blood pressure may rise and put you at risk of heart attack or stroke. You may need to take it for the rest of your life.
The most common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, and unusual beating of the heart (palpitations). Most side effects disappear when you get used to the medicine. If they bother you or won’t go away, talk to your doctor. To lower the chance of dizziness, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also cause your blood pressure to go too low. Some side effects may be serious and need urgent medical attention. Your doctor may be able to help with ways of preventing or reducing side effects.
If you are pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before using this medicine. Also talk to your doctor before taking it if have heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease and if you are having eye surgery for a cataract. Your blood pressure will need to be checked regularly while using this medicine.
Uses of Terapress Tablet
Benefits of Terapress Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Terapress 1 Tablet works by relaxing your blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled, you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You may not feel the immediate benefit after taking the medicine, however, it works in the long term to keep you well.
Side effects of Terapress Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Terapress
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Low energy
- Weakness
- Palpitations
- Nausea
How to use Terapress Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Terapress 1 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Terapress Tablet works
Terapress 1 Tablet is an alpha-blocker. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels. It also relaxes the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate, which makes it easier to urinate.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Terapress 1 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Terapress 1 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Terapress 1 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Terapress 1 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Terapress 1 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Terapress 1 Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Terapress 1 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Terapress 1 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Terapress 1 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Terapress 1 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Terapress Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Terapress 1 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Terapress 1 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It may cause sudden drop in your blood pressure, especially when you first start taking this medicine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Terapress 1 Tablet as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of this medicine causing increased dizziness.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Inform your doctor that you are taking Terapress 1 Tablet if you are scheduled for a cataract surgery.
- It may also be used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinazoline Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Adrenergic receptor (alpha) antagonist- selective
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User feedback
Patients taking Terapress 1 Tablet
Once A Day
94%
Twice A Day
3%
Thrice A week
3%
What are you using Terapress Tablet for?
Benign prosta*
100%
*Benign prostatic hyperplasia
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Terapress 1 Tablet?
Low energy
100%
How do you take Terapress Tablet?
With food
100%
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Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Terapress 1 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Terapress 1 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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