Terazosin (Hytrin) Medicare Coverage

Terazosin is a medication that is used to treat an enlarged prostate – called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) ­– and high blood pressure. The brand name equivalent of Terazosin is called Hytrin.

Terazosin blocks alpha receptors to treat BPH and helps relax blood vessels to treat high blood pressure. Terazosin is typically taken one time daily.

Common side effects of Terazosin include dizziness, stuffy nose and headache.

How much does Terazosin cost with Medicare?

Terazosin coverage and costs may vary based on the specific plan you have, as well as what coverage stage you're in.

Contact your plan carrier or consult your plan formulary for more cost information.

Does Medicare cover Terazosin?

According to GoodRx, 100% of Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare Part D plans covered Terazosin in 2023.¹

• Medicare Advantage plans or Part D plans that cover Terazosin include copay amounts that can range widely from one plan to another. Plan members may also be responsible for meeting a deductible before the plan’s drug coverage kicks in.
  
  
• Medicare Advantage plans that offer prescription drug coverage are called Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug Plans (MA-PD). 89% of 2024 Medicare Advantage plans include prescription drug coverage.²
  
  
• Medicare prescription drugs plans each have their own formulary, or drug list, that details what prescription drugs are covered by the plan and how they are covered.

Drug coverage may vary based on plan availability. You may be able to find Medicare Advantage plan options in your area that cover Terazosin. We represent carriers such as Humana, UnitedHealthcare^®, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna Healthcare, Wellcare, or Kaiser Permanente.

You can also compare Part D prescription drug plans available where you live and enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan online when you visit MyRxPlans.com.

Additional information

If Terazosin is stopped for several days or longer, it may need to be restarted at the lowest dose. Talk to your doctor if you miss several doses before restarting your medication in order to avoid serious side effects.

Take your dose of Terazosin at bedtime. Taking your dose at bedtime can help you avoid side effects like dizziness or headache. Let your doctor know if you experience eyesight changes, abnormal heartbeat or if you pass out after taking Terazosin.

This article is for informational purposes only. It is not healthcare advice, treatment, or diagnosis. It is not an endorsement of or recommendation for this medication. Speak to your doctor or healthcare provider about your specific healthcare needs, including your prescription medications. Only take medication as directed by your doctor.

Coverage and costs of prescription medications will vary by Medicare plan. Not all plans are available in all areas.

Written by Hayden Gharibyar, Pharm.D.