Ramipril 5mg Tablets

Description

Ramipril 5 mg is an ACE inhibitor used to lower high blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular risk. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels, helping blood flow more easily.

Uses

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• May be used to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death in appropriate patients
• May be prescribed for certain patients with heart failure, including after a heart attack.

Directions

Take Ramipril exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is usually taken once or twice daily, at approximately the same time each day. It can be taken with or without food and should be swallowed with water. The appropriate dose depends on the condition being treated and individual factors; do not change the dose yourself.

Safety Advice

• Use only under the direction of a healthcare professional.
• Blood pressure, kidney function, and potassium levels may need monitoring during treatment.
• It may cause dizziness, particularly when starting treatment; avoid driving until you know how it affects you.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems or a history of swelling/angioedema.
• Ramipril can increase potassium levels and may interact with certain medicines, including some diuretics, NSAIDs, lithium, and other medicines affecting the renin-angiotensin system.
• Do not use during pregnancy; if pregnancy occurs, contact your doctor promptly. Ramipril can cause serious fetal harm.
• Seek urgent medical attention if swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat develops, as this can indicate angioedema.