Enapril 10mg (Enalapril Maleate)

Enapril’s active component is Enalapril maleate, which belongs to the class of medicines called angiotensin enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors).  It can be prescribed with other drugs to treat hypertension. It is extremely effective in combination with other hypertensive drugs, especially thiazide-type diuretics. It is also used for the management of symptomatic heart failure. Its administration can lower the need to visit a medical center and can help leave some patients live longer. The medicine also slows down the progression of asymptomatic left ventricular dysfunction to overt heart failure.

What is Enapril used for?

Enapril can be prescribed alone or along with other drugs to treat people with the following conditions:

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Symptomatic heart failure
• Asymptomatic left ventricular dysfunction

The medicine may also be used for a condition, not mentioned in this document.

How does Enapril work?

Enapril 10 mg comprises of an active component Enalapril maleate, which comes under the category of medications called ACE inhibitors. These inhibitors work by blocking the conversion of angiotensin I to the angiotensin II. It also prevents the degradation of bradykinin as well as other vasodilatory prostaglandins. The medicine also increases the plasma rennin level and decreases aldosterone levels. In this way, it lowers blood pressure in patients with hypertension. It increases the survival rate and reduces the symptoms in patients with symptomatic cardiac failure. Its administration decreases the development of overt heart failure.

Where to buy Enapril online?

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What does Enapril contain?

Enapril is supplied as 10 mg strength for oral administration. Each tablet contains 10 mg of the active ingredient Enalapril maleate.

Effects of alcohol on Enapril

If you consume alcohol during the treatment with Enapril 10 mg, it may cause your blood pressure to drop too much and you may feel dizzy or faint. Therefore, avoid consuming alcohol while taking Enalapril tablets.

What are the side effects of Enapril?

Those who are taking Enapril 10mg may experience some unwanted side effects such as:

Common ones:

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

Some serious side effects related to usage of the medicines are:

• Mouth and throat sores
• Pain in the chest
• Jaundice
• Swelling
• Hyperkalemia symptoms like bradycardia and muscle weakness
• Feeling like might you pass
• Pale or yellowing skin
• Fever
• Flu symptoms
• Chills
• Body aches

If you experience any of these side effects, talk to your physician to prevent them.

 What medications interact with Enapril?

Taking Enapril 10 mg with some specific drug ingredients may be harmful to your health. You may be asked to stop taking Enalapril along with any of these medicines:

• Potassium chloride
• Triamterene
• Azathioprine
• Injections for Rheumatoid arthritis
• Aliskiren
• Celecoxib
• Sulfamethoxazole
• Amiloride
• Baclofen
• Ibuprofen
• Lithium
• Aspirin
• Gold injections
• Indomethacin
• Amiloride
• Spironolactone

This document may not hold the complete information about the drug interaction. Ask your physician for more information.

When should Enapril not be used?

• Enapril 10 mg should not be used in patients with known hypersensitivity to Enalapril, other antihypertensive agents, or other ingredients of the formulation.
• It is not recommended for use in patients with a history of angioedema associated with previous treatment with an ACE inhibitor.
• Its use is contraindicated in patients with hereditary or idiopathic angioedema.

How should Enapril be used?

Always take this antihypertensive drug exactly as your physician told you. Check with your physician if you have any confusion related to the usage of the medicine. The amount of the dosage will depend on the condition being treated as well as the patient's tolerability towards the medicine.

You can take this ACE inhibitor with or without food. Swallow the tablet with enough amount of water. Avoid chewing or crushing the tablets.

How long should you take Enapril?

Enapril 10 mg should be used for as long as recommended by the physician. Take the tablets regularly to get the best results.

Missed dose of Enapril

If you have forgotten to take a dose of Enapril 10 mg, try to take it as soon as you notice. You have to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, but don’t take an extra dose to repair for the missed dose.

How should Enapril be stored?

Store this medicine at controlled room temperature. Avoid freezing the tablets. Place it away from the reach and sight of children. Keep it away from heat and moisture to prevent any damages.