Ramipace tablet 2.5 mg 28?s works by relaxing the blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow smoothly and decreases the blood pressure.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Ramipace tablet 2.5 mg 28?s

Blurred vision severe

Sweating severe

Dizziness severe

Unusual tiredness and weakness severe

Back pain severe

Chest tightness severe

Increased heartbeat severe

Cough

Diarrhea

Vomiting

Uses of Ramipace tablet 2.5 mg 28?s
What is it prescribed for?

Hypertension
This medicine is used to reduce high blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

Cardiovascular risk reduction
This medicine is used to reduce the risk of heart complications such as coronary artery disease and stroke in the elderly population.

Congestive Heart Failure
This medicine is used in the treatment of congestive heart failure which is a type of heart disease characterized by symptoms such as shortness of breath, weakness, fatigue, swelling of ankles and feet, etc.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration of the dose.

Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.

Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Ramipace tablet 2.5 mg 28?s , other ACE inhibitors, or any other inactive ingredients present along with this medicine.

Aliskiren
Coadministration of aliskiren and this medicine is not recommended due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with diabetes and kidney diseases.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings

Hypotension
This medicine may cause hypotension, especially when used in combination with other high blood pressure medicines. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments should be done based on the clinical condition.

Hyperkalemia
This medicine may significantly increase the potassium levels in the blood. This may cause serious adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Impaired liver function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Pediatric population
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Cough
This medicine may cause a persistent, nonproductive cough that is usually resolved once the medicine is discontinued.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Dexamethasone moderate

Aliskiren severe

Insulin moderate

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines moderate

Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARB) severe

Disease interactions

severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of angioedema or a family history of angioedema due to the increased risk of recurrent symptoms. Report any incidence of swelling of the face, lips, and eyes to the doctor on priority. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

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