Zestril 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 28 August 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of hypertension, congestive heart failure, and acute myocardial infarction.
Dosage (summary)
Starting dose for hypertension: 10 mg; maintenance: 20 mg daily. Adjust for renal impairment.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy; may cause fetal harm. Not established in breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Potassium-sparing diuretics
- Lithium
- Fluoroquinolones
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Angioedema history
- Severe renal impairment
- Pregnancy
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Cough
- Fatigue
- Diarrhoea
Counselling Points
- Monitor blood pressure regularly
- Report any signs of angioedema
- Avoid potassium supplements
Serious warnings
- Risk of hypotension
- Angioedema
- Renal function impairment
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