Enapril-5 Mg

More often called as Enalapril which is an ACE (Angiotensin converting enzyme) inhibitor drug. This drug is used primarily for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and other heart ailments such as congestive heart failure and to improve the chances of survival after a heart attack. It is also prescribed for the treatment of a kind of disorder of the ventricles (lower chamber of the heart which is responsible for blood to flow out of the heart). Such kind of disorder can decrease the heart’s ability to carry blood out into the body. This medicine can also be prescribed for other treatments which are not listed here. It is sold under the trade name Vasotec and Enapril (Intas Pharma) among various other brands around the world.        

Important information about Enalapril

You should not take Enalapril (Vasotec, Enapril) medicine, if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Do not consider it in use if you have ever had angioedema, or if you had an allergy with ACE inhibitor drugs such as ramipril, captopril, fosinopril, benazepril, moexipril, and others. To obtain the maximum benefits from this drug, inform your doctor about following conditions if you may have: congestive heart failure, kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis), liver disease, diabetes, or a history of blood clot or stroke. If you have diabetes or kidney diseases, you may not take this medicine if you are already taking blood pressure medicine that has aliskiren.

Excessive sweating, diarrhea or vomiting may cause loss of too much water in the body and it increases the risks of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance while being treated with Enalpril. Seek medical care or consult your doctor if you have persistent diarrhea or vomiting while taking Enalpril. You must consume plenty of fluids. It can also cause problems in kidney, notify your doctor if you may experience swelling, rapid weight gain, little or no urinating or breathlessness.

Enalpril belongs to FDA pregnancy category D drug. Hence, care should be taken if you are pregnant woman. In case you become pregnant during the drug ingestion, contact your doctor immediately. It can cause harmful effects and might even results in death of an unborn baby, if a pregnant woman take it in second or third trimester. Do not take this medicine without the permission of your doctor if you are breast feeding. Use of an effective birth control measure should be required during the treatment with this medicine. If you are being treated for high blood pressure, continue the use of this medicine even if you don’t encounter any symptoms. High blood pressure doesn’t have any outwardly signs. Blood pressure medicine may be required to be taken for a long time period. 

Before taking Enalapril

Before taking Enalapril (Vasotec, Enapril), take care of all the above mentioned precautions and clear all the doubts about this medicine.       

Dosage information

You should take Enalpril exactly as prescribed by your doctor. All medications come with a patient leaflet. Refer the instructions in them to get the detailed information. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advices you to do so. Also, do not take this medicine after the prescribed time is over. Enalpril can be taken with or without food. Always store it in cool or dry place.

Note: Enalapril dosage may depend on certain factors including age, sex, drug allergies, or seriousness of the condition

among several other factors. Your dosage may determined by your physician after examining you properly.  

What if you miss a dose

You should take your medicine on the same time as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose of Enalapril for unforeseen reasons, then take it instantly, but avoid the use when next scheduled dose time is close.            

What if you overdose

In case of an overdose of Enalapril, get emergency medication care because it can cause severe dizziness, light headedness, or fainting.  

Things and activities to avoid

Alcoholic beverages must be avoided while taking this medicine as alcohol can further reduce blood pressure. Also, avoid activities which require high metal acquisition and reflexes (driving). You should prohibit the use of potassium based supplements and salt substituent that contain potassium while you are being treated with this medicine.

Side Effects

Some common side effects pertaining to Enalapril are dizziness, light headedness, tiredness, or headache. If any of these effects persists or deteriorate, contact your doctor or seek medical attention right away. A serious side effect is unlikely and cause severe effects to your health. However, if you experience some serious side effects due to the elevated level of potassium in your body like (fast, irregular or rapid heartbeat, muscle weakness), fainting, decreased or no urination, seek the medical attention right away.  

Interaction with other drugs

Many other drugs can interact with Enalpril. Inform your doctor well in advance if you are taking following medicines or related products (OTC vitamin pills or other medicines, or herbal products), especially gold injections for arthritis, any other blood pressure medicine, lithium, NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, or others), a potassium supplement such as K-Dur, Klor-Con, salt substitutes that contain potassium, or a diuretic. Never start a new medication unless your doctor advices you to do so.

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