Enalapril 2,5/5/10/20 Mg Unimed 2,5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg Tablets.
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Hypertension and heart failure management.
Dosage (summary)
Initial dose for hypertension: 10 mg once daily; maintenance: 20 mg once daily.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Elderly
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy; caution in breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Potassium-sparing diuretics
- Lithium
- NSAIDs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to enalapril
- History of angioedema
- Severe renal impairment
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Cough
- Hyperkalaemia
- Hypotension
Counselling Points
- Take at the same time each day
- Monitor blood pressure regularly
- Report any signs of swelling or difficulty breathing
Serious warnings
- Risk of angioedema
- Monitor renal function
- Caution in patients with heart failure
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