Generic Vasotec (Enalapril)
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Product description
Vasotec is an active medication that has the enalapril maleate component in it. The drug, which lessens risks of high blood pressure, reduces the threat of heart attacks, strokes as well as kidney failures. It also works by reducing the chances of people with heart problems from developing heart attacks.
Dosage
The drug is available in standard doses of 5Mg and 10Mg. The tablets are available in doses of 2.5Mg, 5.0Mg, 10.0Mg and 20.0Mg. At the beginning, patients are given a dosage of 10mg, a dosage that may be taken once or twice a day as prescribed by a specialist. This dosage may gradually increase or reduce depending on the reactions of the body.
Usage
Since the drug is soluble in water, it is recommended to be taken with water. It is administered orally.
Side effects
Some of the serious reactions related to taking the drug include signs of allergic reactions such as hives, stomach aches, breathing problems, puffiness in the face, lips, throat and tongue. All these painful occurrences go to show how severe the effects are and should therefore be treated on time.
If you feel weak, have an increased body weight, pale body skin, lack of appetite, fever that is accompanied by sweat, chills, unexplained thirst and body pains just to mention a few, then you should visit a doctor as soon as possible.
Precautions
Let your doctor know if you plan to have children, if you are breastfeeding or if you are pregnant. The reason is because it will help the practitioner know how to administer the drug. This will also prevent harm to the unborn child.
If the symptoms persist, it would be wise to inform a specialist. You will either be told to stop the medication or to reduce the amount until the effects reduce.
The drug has a tendency of making people dizzy so you should not drive after taking it.