Hytrin (Terazosin Hcl) Drug Center: Guide to Drug Information for Professionals, Patients and Caregivers at RxList

Pill Identifier Search

May 27, 2012

Hytrin

Urinary Incontinence »

Urinary incontinence (UI) in men facts

*Urinary incontinence (UI) in men facts Medically Edited by: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD

The definition of urinary incontinence in men is the unintentional loss of urine. Weak bladder muscles, overactive bladder muscles, certain prostate conditions, and nerve damage are just some of the possible underlying causes of urinary incontinence in men.
There are different types of urinary incontinence in men, including stress incontinence, urge incontinence, and overflow incontinence.
Diagnosis of urinary incontinence in men may involve a physical exam, an ultrasound, urodynamic testing, and tests including an electroencephalogram (EEG) and an electromyogram (EMG). The doctor will also take a medical history and may recommend keeping a bladder diary.
Treatment of urinary incontinence in men may include behavioral treatments, like bladder training and Kegel exercises, medication, surgery, or...

Read the Urinary Incontinence article »

« Previous
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Next »

Hytrin User Reviews >>

Hytrin

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) Slideshow

Take the Salt Quiz!

Lowering Blood Pressure Exercise Tips Pictures

font size

Hytrin Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Hytrin Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

HYTRIN®
(terazosin hydrochloride) Structural Formula Illustration

HYTRIN (terazosin hydrochloride) is indicated for the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). There is a rapid response, with approximately 70% of patients experiencing an increase in urinary flow and improvement in symptoms of BPH when treated with HYTRIN (terazosin hcl) . The long-term effects of HYTRIN (terazosin hcl) on the incidence of surgery, acute urinary obstruction or other complications of BPH are yet to be determined.

HYTRIN (terazosin hcl) tablets are also indicated for the treatment of hypertension. HYTRIN (terazosin hcl) tablets can be used alo...

Read the complete drug monograph for Hytrin »

What is Hytrin Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Hytrin Patient Information: Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

fast or pounding heartbeats;
feeling light-headed, fainting;
swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet; or
penis erection that is painful or lasts 4 hours or longer.

Less serious side effects may include:

weakness;
headache;
numbness or tingly feeli...

Read the complete patient information for Hytrin »

What is Hytrin Patient Information?

Possible Side Effects - Images - What Is - How Should I Take It - What If I Miss a Dose - What Should I Avoid and More

What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Hytrin Consumer Information: Uses

Terazosin is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.

This medication is also used to treat an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in men. Terazosin does not shrink the prostate, but it helps relax the prostate and bladder neck muscles to improve urine flow and emptying of the bladder. It also reduces other symptoms such as excessive urination at night.

Terazosin belongs to a class ...

Read the complete consumer information for Hytrin »