Drug Details


Common Brands:

Hytrin (discontinued)

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Alpha 1 adrenergic receptor antagonists (alpha-blockers)

Forms:

Capsule

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
  • Hypertension

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Terazosin Drug Class

Terazosin (ter-ay-zoe-sin) belongs to a group of medications called alpha blockers or selective alpha 1 adrenergic receptor antagonists.

Terazosin Age Range

Terazosin is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children.