Ramipres 5mg Tablet 10’s

ABOUT THE DRUG:

Ramipres 5mg is a potent drug used in the treatment of high blood pressure and heart attack. It belongs to the class of ACE inhibitors (angiotensin converting enzyme) and is one of the most popular drugs given in the treatment of heart failure and hypertension. Ramipril is available in two dosage forms:

Tablets
Capsules

USES OF THE DRUG:

Ramipril is given in hypertension that decreases the work load of the heart. It also decreases the risk of various heart conditions:

Mild to moderate hypertension
Improves the survival in people with myocardial infarction after suffering a heart attack
Stroke, angina and other serious cardiovascular diseases

WORKING OF THE DRUG:

Ramipril belongs to the class of ACE inhibitors (angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor). It stops the formation of Angiotensin II which causes constriction of blood vessels and increases the blood pressure. It relaxes the constricted blood vessels and helps heart in pumping the blood more easily. It reduces the post heart attack damage by supplying sufficient oxygen supply.

MANUFACTURER:

Ramipres-5 mg is manufactured by a very popular Indian pharmaceutical giant,Cipla. You can buy Ramipres 5 mg online from 24x7pharma.com.

DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

Ramipril is available in the form of both capsules and tablets. Ramipril is available in the following five strengths on the website:

Ramipres 1.25 mg tablet
Ramipres 2.5 mg tablet
Ramipres 5 mg tablet
Cardace 10 mg tablet
Ramace 10 mg capsule

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DO NOT TAKE THE DRUG IF YOU:

Are suffering from connective tissue disease like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and scleroderma
Have diabetes
Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
Are breastfeeding, as the drug may pass into the breast milk and may harm the feeding child

TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

Are allergic to Ramipril
Are taking Telmisartan or any other heart related drug

HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?

Always take the dose as prescribed by the physician. It is very important to consume medicine timely. Various factors are observed before prescribing a disease. The doctor is the one who will prescribe the best suitable dose for you. The initial recommended dosage starts from 2.5 mg and can be increased up to 25 mg depending upon the patient?s severity of the condition.

HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?

You must swallow the whole tablet or capsule with one glass full of water. Do not crush or chew it. Don?t open the capsule shell. Ramipril can be taken once in a day. It can be taken with or without food a day. It is best to take it at the same time daily because it shows best results and helps to remember when to take the drug. Dose adjustments are done basis on the levels of blood pressure. Always take the medicine as instructed by your doctor.

FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?

It is important to take the drug as instructed by your doctor. Abrupt discontinuation of medicine can cause adverse reactions. So before stopping the drug intake, always consult a physician first. You can easily buy Ramipres 5 mg online from 24x7pharma.com at very cheap rates.

OVERDOSE:

You may need urgent medical attention in case of accidental overdose. You may experience the following symptoms:

Extreme dizziness
Lightheadedness
Fainting etc.

MISS DOSE:

Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the dose and take your next dose at the correct time. Do not double up the dose to compensate for the missed one.

SIDE EFFECTS OF RAMIPRES 5MG:

COMMON

• Hyperkalemia conditions
  • Dry mouth
  • Nausea
  • Spinning sensation
  • Weakness
  • Headache
  • Vomiting

SERIOUS

• Fever, chills and body aches
  • Pale or yellowing skin
  • Pain in chest
  • Hyperkalemia symptoms like muscle weakness and Bradycardia
  • Rapid weight gainMouth and throat sores
  • Swelling
  • Jaundice
  • Fever, chills and flu symptoms

DRUG INTERACTIONS:

Always inform your doctor about the drugs you are taking till date. Give a complete list of prescription or non prescription drugs and any other disease conditions. This way, the doctor is able to decide and give you the list of drugs and other things that may interact with Ramipril. Drugs listed below may interact with Ramipril and can hinder its normal functioning:

Alprostadil
Antipsychotic drugs
Baclofen
Clonidine
Diazoxide
Dopamine
Levodopa
Minoxidil
Moxonidine
Nicorandil
Glyceryl Trinitrate
Moxisylyte
Hydralazine
Verapamil
Nifedipine
Diazepam
Temazepam etc.

THINGS TO REMEMBER:

Keep the medicine in a close tight container and out of reach of children
Keep a complete record of all the medicines you are taking along with this medicine
If you experience any allergic reaction immediately consult with your doctor
This medicine can pass into breast milk and may cause harm to the fetal damage
Avoid drinking alcohol as it increases the side effects of Ramipril
This drug causes bit dizziness so be careful while sitting or lying somewhere
Older people are more sensitive to the side effects of the drug