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Rampril 5mg Capsule

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Marketer
Themis Medicare Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION
Ramipril (5mg)

Product introduction

Rampril 5mg Capsule is widely used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure and may even be prescribed after a heart attack. It also lowers the chances of having a heart attack or stroke.

Rampril 5mg Capsule is used to lower blood pressure (hypertension) and may prevent changes or damage to the heart and kidney.

Uses of Rampril Capsule

Benefits of Rampril Capsule

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Rampril 5mg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called ACE inhibitors. It reduces stress on the heart and relaxes the blood vessels. This widens the blood vessels and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood around your body, thereby lowering your blood pressure. Controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel immediate benefit from taking this medicine, however, it helps you maintain your blood pressure in the long term.

In Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Rampril 5mg Capsule lowers your blood pressure. As a result, it reduces the chance of damage to the small blood vessels in your heart and kidneys. This reduces the risk of getting a heart attack and kidney problems. It also helps in slowing down the rate at which they get worse if you already have problems.

In Treatment of Heart failure

Rampril 5mg Capsule makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body so the heart has to do less work. This can improve your heart function and reduce the symptoms of heart failure. It will help improve your quality of life and enable you to go about your daily activities more efficiently. The medicine must be taken regularly and as long as the doctor has prescribed it to be effective.

Side effects of Rampril Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rampril

  • Dry cough
  • Headache
  • Fatigue

How to use Rampril Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Rampril 5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Rampril Capsule works

Rampril 5mg Capsule is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Rampril 5mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rampril 5mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rampril 5mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Rampril 5mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Rampril 5mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rampril 5mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Rampril 5mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rampril 5mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

What if you forget to take Rampril Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Rampril 5mg Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Rampril 5mg Capsule can make you feel dizzy for the first few days, so rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. You can also prefer taking it at bedtime to avoid dizziness throughout the day.
  • Let your doctor know about any cough, or throat irritation that does not go away.
  • It may increase the level of potassium in blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Dipeptides (Carboxylic acids derivatives)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors

User feedback

FAQs

I have been diagnosed with heart failure and the doctor has prescribed me Rampril 5mg Capsule. Why?

Rampril 5mg Capsule belongs to the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor group of drugs. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels, making it easier for the blood to pass through the vessels. As a result of this, the heart does not have to work more to push the blood. Since the workload on the heart is reduced, it is beneficial in heart failure. Additionally, it is also used to lower blood pressure and prevent stroke.

Can Rampril 5mg Capsule increase potassium levels? If yes, what should be done?

Rampril 5mg Capsule may increase potassium levels in the blood, especially if you have uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, kidney problems, and dehydration. Potassium levels may also increase in patients using potassium salts or medicines which increase potassium levels or are aged more than 70 years of age. If you have any of these conditions and are using Rampril 5mg Capsule, you need to be careful and get regular blood tests done to monitor potassium levels.

When can I expect my blood pressure to be normal after starting Rampril 5mg Capsule?

Rampril 5mg Capsule takes a few hours to reduce high blood pressure but since there are no symptoms, you will not notice any difference. It takes a few weeks for the blood pressure to get fully controlled. Do not stop taking the medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel better or if your blood pressure is normalized.

Ever since I started taking Rampril 5mg Capsule, I noticed that I have developed a dry cough which is very irritating and is not relieved by any medicine. Why is it?

Rampril 5mg Capsule commonly is responsible for dry cough which can be persistent and is not relieved by any medicine. Talk to your doctor if it bothers you or you have trouble sleeping, as another medicine may be better. Even if you stop taking Rampril 5mg Capsule, the cough may take a few days to a month to go away.

I accidentally took a 25 mg Rampril 5mg Capsule tablet instead of one 5 mg. Will it have any harmful effects?

Yes, you may feel lightheaded, dizzy, your pulse may become slow and you may even faint. You should take the help of a relative or friend for an emergency or seek immediate medical support.

Will there be any problem if I am taking Rampril 5mg Capsule and I have surgery scheduled in a week?

Inform your doctor that you are taking Rampril 5mg Capsule. Rampril 5mg Capsule can reduce your blood pressure when it is used with a general anesthetic. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking it 24 hours before surgery.

Can Rampril 5mg Capsule affect my fertility?

There is no evidence that Rampril 5mg Capsule has any effect on fertility in both men and women. However, if you are planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor first because Rampril 5mg Capsule is not recommended in pregnancy.

I have diabetes. Does Rampril 5mg Capsule have any effect on blood sugar levels?

Yes, Rampril 5mg Capsule may have some effect on antidiabetic medicines and insulin and may lower your blood sugar levels. Therefore, you need to check your blood sugar levels regularly.

I have been using Rampril 5mg Capsule for blood pressure for some time, but now I have noticed that I often have a sore throat along with fever. I want to stop Rampril 5mg Capsule and see if this goes, can I stop Rampril 5mg Capsule?

No, you should not stop Rampril 5mg Capsule suddenly as this may cause a sudden increase in your blood pressure which may be harmful to you. In addition to this, Rampril 5mg Capsule can very rarely decrease your white blood cell count which is important to fight infections in your body. Consult your doctor and get a blood test done. If your white cell count is decreased, it could be due to Rampril 5mg Capsule. Ask your doctor for alternative medicine for blood pressure. You can continue taking Rampril 5mg Capsule if your investigations are normal.

Is it safe to take Rampril 5mg Capsule for a long time?

Yes, Rampril 5mg Capsule is safe and works best if taken for a long time. But, taking Rampril 5mg Capsule for a long time can sometimes affect the working of your kidneys. To keep track of this, your doctor will get regular blood tests done and check how well your kidneys are working.
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    Marketer details

    Name: Themis Medicare Ltd
    Address: 11/12, Udyog Nagar, S. V. Road, Goregaon (W), Mumbai- 400104.
    Country of origin: India
    MRP
    ₹56
    Inclusive of all taxes
    10.0 capsules in 1 strip
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