Enapril 5 Mg
- Manufacturer : Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Equivalent Brands : Vasotec
- Generic Brands : Enalapril
Enapril 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and certain other heart conditions. It is important to maintain a proper diet and exercise regularly when taking this medicine. Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to it.
Enapril 5mg Tablet is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.
Enapril 5mg Tablet is used for High blood pressure, Heart failure, Left ventricular dysfunction and other conditions. Enapril 5mg Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Take Enapril 5mg strictly according to your doctor’s direction or according to the instructions on the medication label. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Also, do not take this medication after the prescribed period is over. All medications come with a patient leaflet. Refer the instructions in them for detailed information on that particular medication. Enapril 5mg can be taken with or without food. Always store this medicine in a cool and dry place.
Enapril 5mg Tablet improves the patient's condition by performing the following functions:
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description - Use of Enapril 5mg Tablet with alcohol will have an additive effect in lowering the blood pressure.
Instructions - You should avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness, headache, and changes in heart rate. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you have these symptoms.
Interaction with Medicine
Pregnancy - Enapril 5mg is not recommended for pregnant women.
Breast-feeding - Enapril 5mg is not recommended for breastfeeding women.
Hypotension - Symptomatic hypotension may occur in patients with volume depletion or who are treated with high-dose diuretics. Correct the condition before starting Enapril 5mg Tablet or start the treatment at reduced doses.
Hyperkalemia - Enapril 5mg Tablet may cause an increase in the potassium levels in the blood. Use with caution in patients with concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements and in patients with impaired kidney function.
Pediatric population - The safety and efficacy of Enapril 5mg Tablet has not been established in children age below 18 years.
You have been prescribed Enapril5mg Tablet to improve blood pressure.
Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack & strokes.
It may also be used to treat chronic (long-standing) heart failure. It protects kidney function, which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney diseases.
Enapril 5mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Take it preferably at bedtime and rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Let your doctor know about any dizziness, cough, or throat irritation that doesn't go away.
Enapril 5mg Tablet may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Enapril 5mg Tablet.
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Enapril 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and heart failure.
Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.
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