Enapril 2.5 mg

If you are suffering from hypertension (high blood pressure), this medicine can help you. Healthcare professionals may also prescribe this medicine to treat heart failure, myocardial infarction, and other conditions not listed in this article. The active ingredient is Enalapril. Despite that, it also contains other inactive ingredients such as sodium hydrogen carbonate, croscarmellose sodium, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, and others. Enapril 2.5 mg belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. This medication works by reducing certain chemicals that are responsible for tightening the blood vessels. This effect helps blood flow more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

The manufacturer of Enapril 2.5 mg is Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

How to Use Enapril 2.5 mg?

Administer the tablet whole by mouth with a glass full of water and avoid other drinks such as alcohol because your risk of adverse effects may increase. While swallowing, you should not crush, break, or split the pill because you may notice a bitter taste in your mouth. In case you notice nausea or stomach upset, you can administer this medicine with low-fat food or milk. The recommended daily dose is 1-2 tablets or as your physician directs. To get the most benefit from Enapril 2.5 mg, you should administer this medicine regularly.

In any case, your condition will not improve faster if you decide to take Enalapril more often than is allowed. If you do not notice the desired result, your doctor may gradually increase the dosage for several weeks.

Measure carefully the dose with a special spoon or cup if you prefer the liquid form of this medicine. Do not use a household teaspoon because you may not get the correct dose, which may also increase your risk of side effects. Inform your healthcare professional if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

Dosages

Usually, dosages are based on the severity of the condition, other drugs you may use, response to treatment, and age. Thereby, physicians prescribe different dosages for their patients. In case you are unsure what dosage is better for you, avoid using this product or consult it with a doctor. Furthermore, continue administering this medicine even if you feel well because if you interrupt the treatment too early, it may lead to a return of the symptoms. Therefore, your condition may become worse or more difficult to treat.

• Enapril 2.5 mg

Missed Dose

Sometimes, you may forget about Enapril 2.5 mg and physicians advise taking the dose as soon as possible. In case, it is approaching the time for the next dose, simply skip the missed dose and resume the normal dosing schedule. If you decide to administer a double dose the next time to catch up, you should know that you may experience severe adverse effects.

Overdose

Rarely, if you administer more tablets than is allowed, an overdose may occur. Stop using this medicine and ask for medical help right away if you experience any of the following symptoms. Examples include slow or shallow breathing, severe dizziness, fainting, fast or pounding heartbeat, and others. Ask your healthcare provider if you have any questions.

Side Effects of Enapril 2.5 mg

This medicine may give you certain adverse reactions during treatment. Overdose and allergy are two factors that may provoke side effects. There are three types of side effects: mild, moderate, and severe.

Mild Side Effects

Dehydration is one factor that may cause mild side effects. Drink plenty of water during treatment to diminish this problem. Check below some examples:

• Dry cough
• Weakness
• Headaches

Moderate Side Effects

This category of adverse effects usually is not dangerous for the patients. Thus, they can continue safely taking Enapril 2.5 mg even if notice any of them. Your healthcare provider may be able to help you prevent or avoid negative effects. Examples include:

• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Fatigue

Severe Adverse Effects

In rare cases, you may notice this category of adverse effects usually due to an increased dose of Enalapril. If you experience any of the following side effects, interrupt administering Enapril 2.5 mg and consult a doctor at once. Check some examples below:

• Increased potassium level in the blood
• Hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Severe vomiting
• Abdominal pain

Talk to a doctor if any of the adverse reactions listed above appear because this document does not contain a complete list of side effects.

Drug Interaction

Enalapril may interact with other medicines and increase your risk of side effects or decrease the effectiveness of Enapril 2.5 mg. That’s why you should inform your doctor before taking this medication about all products that you are using. Examples include prescription medicines, nonprescription medicines, supplements, vitamins, herbal products, and others. Check below some examples:

• Aliskiren
• Ibuprofen
• Sacubitril
• Naproxen
• Losartan
• Drospirenone
• Lithium
• Valsartan
• Everolimus
• Sirolimus
• Bemiparin
• Allopurinol
• Amiloride
• Azathioprine

This article does not contain all possible drug interactions. Talk to a doctor before administering this medicine. Moreover, you should not start, stop, or change the dosages without the physician’s approval because it may lead to unwanted results.

Precautions

Tell your doctor promptly if you have an allergy to the ingredients of the drug or have any other allergies. Share your medical history with your doctor before using Enapril 2.5 mg. Examples include:

• Kidney and liver disease
• Diabetes
• Cancer
• Surgery
• Blood filtering procedures (such as LDL apheresis, dialysis, and others)

This medicine may make you drowsy or dizzy or may temporarily blur your vision. Limit or avoid marijuana (cannabis) and alcoholic beverages during treatment because the symptoms listed above may increase. In addition, avoid driving and operating heavy machinery while you are on treatment with Enapril 2.5 mg until you can do it safely.

Inform your physician if you are pregnant or want to become pregnant before taking this drug. Otherwise, it may harm you and your unborn baby. In addition, discuss with a healthcare professional in case you are a breastfeeding mother because Enalapril passes into breast milk.

Storage

• It is advised to store this medicine at room temperature (below 30 C and 86 F degrees) and away from direct sunlight and moisture. Therefore, you should not keep this product in the bathroom.
• Keep away Enalapril from the reach of children and pets because it may be harmful to them.