Enalapril 5 / 10 / 20 Biotech 5 mg, 10 mg or 20 mg Tablets.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 2 December 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Indicated for hypertension and heart failure.
Dosage (summary)
Initial dose for hypertension: 10-20 mg once daily; maintenance: 20 mg once daily.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Elderly patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Potassium-sparing diuretics
- Lithium
- NSAIDs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to enalapril
- History of angioedema
- Severe renal impairment
Common side effects
- Cough
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Hypotension
Counselling Points
- Avoid potassium supplements
- Monitor blood pressure regularly
- Report any signs of angioedema immediately
Serious warnings
- Risk of angioedema
- Caution in renal impairment
- Monitor for hypotension
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