Reprex 2 mg/ 4 mg/ 8 mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 26 February 2021
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Mild to moderate hypertension and congestive heart failure.
Dosage (summary)
Initial dose 4 mg daily, may increase to 8 mg after one month; lower doses for elderly and renal impairment.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1 hour, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation; may cause fetal harm.
Key Drug Interactions
- Diuretics
- Potassium-sparing diuretics
- Lithium
- NSAIDs
Contraindications
- Angioedema history
- Severe renal impairment
- Bilateral renal artery stenosis
- Pregnancy and lactation
Common side effects
- Hypotension
- Cough
- Dizziness
- Headache
Counselling Points
- Take before meals
- Monitor blood pressure regularly
- Report any signs of swelling or difficulty breathing
Serious warnings
- Risk of hypotension in volume-depleted patients
- Angioedema risk
- Monitor renal function
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