Description

Enapril 2.5 Tablet

Enapril 2.5 Tablet helps treat the problem of heart failure and high blood pressure. This tablet is prescribed mainly after a person faces a heart attack. The tablet also reduces the risk of getting a heart stroke or heart attack.

This tablet is either prescribed alone or sometimes in combination with other medications.  It should be consumed without meals.

Even if you see improvements in your blood pressure after taking this tablet, do not stop it suddenly. Continue taking this tablet regularly. Most people have blood pressure when stop consuming this tablet can find the condition getting worse. This tablet is effective and safe to be used in long run too.

To keep your blood pressure under control, you also need to make some changes in your lifestyle. It includes

• Exercising regularly
• Managing weight
• Quit smoking
• Do not include excessive salt in food

Patients with the following health issues should let their physician know about these issues

• Liver problems
• Kidney problems
• Suffering from diarrhea
• Had excessive vomiting recently
• Undergoing any surgery/operation
• You are advised to take a diet with less salt
• Using potassium-containing supplements or medications
• You are above 70 years
• You notice swelling on limbs, tongue, and face after using this tablet
• You are suffering from issues with the blood vessels of the brain.
• You have disturbed the blood count of specific blood cells
• You are on insulin or antidiabetic agents to manage diabetes. It needs you to check your blood sugar levels closely.
• If you are taking any other medications for other health ailments. Speak to your healthcare provider in detail about all medications you are taking.

Also, inform your physician if you are a nursing mother or pregnant woman before using this tablet.

The physician would assess your blood pressure, kidney function, and levels of potassium in your blood regularly while you are consuming this tablet.

Uses of Enapril 2.5

• Treats heart failure
• Treats high blood pressure
• Prevents heart stroke/heart attack

Side effects of Enapril 2.5

• Cough
• Reduced blood pressure
• Dizziness
• Increased potassium level in the blood
• Weakness
• Fatigue

Safety Advice

Alcohol

Alcohol consumption is unsafe while using this tablet.

Pregnancy

This tablet is unsafe for use in pregnant women. You should consult your healthcare provider before taking it.

Breastfeeding

Nursing mothers can use this tablet. It is safe for them. They should avoid using this tablet immediately after the birth of their child.

Driving

The consumption of this tablet reduces alertness and influences your vision. You may feel dizzy and sleepy. So, driving should be avoided in such cases.

Kidney

Kidney patients should use this tablet with extra caution. They may need changes in dose so they should speak to their medical expert. You need to get regular tests done to keep a check on your blood pressure, potassium levels, and kidney function while taking this tablet.

Liver

Liver patients should be extra careful while using this tablet. They need dose adjustments so should check with their physician.

If they feel fatigued, or see yellowing of eyes or skin or white stools while using this tablet, connect with your healthcare provider immediately.

FAQs

Q-Will this tablet results in excessive urination? Can this tablet damage my kidney?

No. This tablet will not lead to excessive urination. Also, the use of this tablet will not harm your normal kidneys. Well, the harm to kidneys can arise if this tablet is a water pill(diuretic).  Well, in such cases, either the consumption of water pills is stopped or the dose is reduced.

In case you have encountered heart failure if kidneys are not functioning well, the chances of kidney failure will be high. Well, correct and timely treatment can prevent damage occurred to kidneys.

Q-Will Enapril 2.5 tablet harm my liver?

It is quite rare that this tablet causes yellowing of eyes & skin, appetite loss, and increased liver enzymes. It can damage the liver and can be life-threatening too. So, if you come across such symptoms, visit or call your healthcare provider immediately.

Q-How long will it take for Enapril 2.5 tablet to work?

This tablet reduces blood pressure within a couple of hours. To see the best result you may need to wait for a couple of weeks. For high blood pressure, you may not see any improvements after consuming this tablet. You may notice the difference after you get your blood pressure tested.

So, make sure you continue taking this tablet to see better results. In case you are using this tablet for heart failure, you will see improvement in your condition after a couple of weeks to a couple of months.

Q-What is the duration for which I need to continue taking Enapril 2.5 tablet?

You may need to take this tablet for a lifetime if there are no side effects that create a troublesome situation for you. So, do not discontinue the tablet without asking your healthcare provider.

Q-What if I halt the consumption of this tablet suddenly?

Do not discontinue the consumption of this tablet without speaking to your physician. A sudden halt of using this tablet can elevate blood pressure which can put you at risk of heart stroke or heart failure. In case you see any side effects, speak to your physician.

Q-Is Enapril 2.5 tablet safe to consume for a lifetime?

Yes. Most people tolerate this tablet well in the long term. Well, sometimes the long-term use of this tablet can harm your kidney function. So, to monitor your kidney function, the doctor would ask you to conduct regular blood tests to know if your kidneys are working well or not.

Q-Can I take this tablet before surgery?

If you have to undergo surgery, tell your doctor beforehand that you are taking this tablet. In surgeries where general anesthesia is used, you need to inform the surgeon about this tablet. Your doctor needs to know before surgery about this tablet because this tablet can lower your blood pressure when used in combination with an anesthetic. So, the physician may ask you not to take this tablet 24 hours before you undergo surgery.