Enalapril

What is Enalapril Maleate?

Enalapril Maleate Tablet is used for High blood pressure, Cardiac insufficiency, Heart failure, Left ventricular dysfunction and other conditions. Enalapril Maleate Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Enalapril Maleate Tablet contains Enalapril Maleate as an active ingredient.

Enalapril Maleate Tablet works by inhibiting angiotensin-converting enzyme.

Enalapril Maleate Tablet Uses

Enalapril Maleate Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:

·         High blood pressure

·         Cardiac insufficiency

·         Heart failure

·         Left ventricular dysfunction

·         Enalapril Maleate Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed here.

Enalapril Maleate Tablet - Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Enalapril Maleate Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.

·         Low blood pressure

·         Hypersensitivity reactions

·         Hair loss

·         Increased heart rate

·         Taste alteration

·         Breathlessness

·         Loss of appetite

·         Increased serum creatinine

·         Indigestion

·         Dry mouth

·         Enalapril Maleate Tablet may also cause side-effects not listed here.

Enalapril Maleate Tablet Working, Mechanism of Action and Pharmacology

Enalapril Maleate Tablet improves the patient's condition by performing the following functions:

·         Inhibiting angiotensin-converting enzyme.

Enalapril Maleate Tablet - Precautions & How to Use

Before using Enalapril Maleate Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.

·         Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you see how this medication affects you

·         Avoid getting up too fast

·         Check your blood pressure regularly

·         Children

·         Collagen vascular disease

·         Do routine blood tests

·         Hyperkalaemia

·         Hypokalaemia

·         Impaired renal function

·         Renal dysfunction