Mylan Captopril 12,5 mg/ 25 mg / 50 mg White capsule-shaped tablet

Mylan Captopril 12,5 mg/ 25 mg / 50 mg White capsule-shaped tablet

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PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 18 October 2024

API: Captopri | Company: Viatris Healthcare

Clinical Summary

Quick overview from the medicine insert

Indication

Treatment of mild to moderate hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Dosage (summary)

Initial: 25 mg 2-3 times daily; max: 150 mg/day.

Special Populations

  • Renal impairment

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Contraindicated in pregnancy; safety in breastfeeding not established.

Key Drug Interactions

  • Potassium-sparing diuretics
  • Lithium
  • NSAIDs

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to captopril
  • History of angioedema
  • Severe renal impairment

Common side effects

  • Cough
  • Dizziness
  • Hyperkalaemia

Counselling Points

  • Take 1 hour before meals
  • Monitor blood pressure regularly
  • Report signs of infection

Serious warnings

  • Risk of hypotension in volume-depleted patients
  • Angioedema risk
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