Indias Best ePharmacy: Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet

Constituents

Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg) + Ramipril (5mg)

Usage of Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet

Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure.

Possible Side-effects

Common

Nausea
Indigestion
Taste change
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Headache
Dizziness
Weakness
Glucose intolerance
Increased uric acid level in blood
Increased blood lipid level
Electrolyte imbalance
Cough
Decreased blood pressure

Unit

10 tablets in 1 strip

Manufacturer

Cipla Ltd

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How to use Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ramipril and hydrochlorothiazide which lower blood pressure effectively. Ramipril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessels so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Related Warnings

Taking Hydrochlorothiazide with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.

Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

You have been prescribed Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
It also lowers your risk of stroke and heart attack.
Take it in the morning with breakfast, to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don"t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Inform you doctor about any cough, or throat irritation that doesn"t go away.
Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function and the levels of salts such as potassium in your blood while you are taking this medicine.
Do not take Ramipres-H 5mg/12.5mg Tablet if youâre pregnant or planning pregnancy. It can cause birth defects or be fatal to your unborn baby.