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Generic Name : ENALAPRIL

ABSTRACT –

Enalapril is a medication drug used to treat heart conditions, classified as an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (ACE inhibitor). This drug is used to curb hypertensive blood pressure in children and adults, while treating congestive heart failures by enabling the heart’s ability to pump blood as regularly as it is supposed to. This drug can be used for children as young as a month old.

DOSAGE –

• Enalapril is to be taken as directed by the doctors. This drug course may last for longer durations of time.
• This drug is to be consumed orally with or without food.
• Cooperate with exercise and diet plans that accompany the consumption of this drug.
• Unused oral solution is required to be disposed of within 60 days.
• General Adult Dosage available:

Oral – 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, 20mg

Liquid solution – 1.25mg/mL

SIDE EFFECTS –

• Cough
• Dizziness/light-headedness

RARE SIDE EFFECTS:

• High levels of potassium
• Unusual amount of bleeding
• Fever
• Chills
• Cold symptoms
• Jaundice
• Lack of urination
• Heart flutters
• Slow palpitations

DRUG INTERACTIONS –

• Aliskiren
• Amiloride
• Candesartan
• Eprosartan
• Allopurinol
• Eprosartan
• Irbesartan
• Leflunomide
• Losartan
• Olmesartan
• Mipomersen
• Potassium acetate
• Spironolactone
• Telmisartan
• Teriflunomide
• Tizanidine
• Valsartan

Enalapril has major interactions with 34 different drugs.

MODERATE DRUG INTERACTIONS –

• Acetohexamide
• Aldesleukin
• Alfentanil
• Alfuzosin
• Alogliptin
• Alteplase
• Butorphanol
• Cyclosporine
• Dalteparin
• Diazepam
• Doxepin
• Drospirenone
• Efavirenz
• Exenatide
• Fenoldopam
• Fenoprofen
• Furosemide
• Glycerin
• Heroin

Enalapril has moderate interactions with 282 different drugs.

PRECAUTIONS –

• Provide the doctor with a detailed and accurate medical history prior to drug prescription. Notify especially in case of illnesses such as liver / kidney disease, blood clots, stroke, electrolyte imbalance or any heart condition.
• Do not consume this drug in case of an allergy to Enalapril itself or in case of angioedema, allergies to any ACE inhibitors or in case of the consumption of drugs such as sacubitril.
• Do not consume this drug along with any drug that contains aliskiren in case of diabetic conditions.
• Do not use this drug in case of pregnancy as it can cause severe injuries or even death to the fetus within the womb.
• Do not nurse while on drug course as Enalapril can transfer through breast milk and cause harm to a newborn.
• Cooperate with frequent blood pressure, kidney and liver tests to ensure regular health while on drug course.
• Follow a diet and exercise plan provided to you by the doctor while on drug course.
• Notify a surgeon in advance of the drug intake in case of upcoming surgery.
• Avoid alcohol and potassium supplements while on drug course, so as not to aggravate side effects.
• Avoid sudden movements such as getting up from a lying-down position too quickly to prevent dizziness.

WARNINGS –

• Keep out of reach of children.
• In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.