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Ramipril | An ACE inhibitor
Ramipril sold under the brand name of Ramipril, Tritace is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and to improve survival after a heart attack. It belongs to a group of medications called ACE inhibitors (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors).
What is Ramipril?
Ramipril is an oral medication that is available in the form of a tablet. It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), congestive heart failure, and to improve survival after a heart attack. Ramipril works by blocking the action of an enzyme called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), which is responsible for the production of a hormone called angiotensin II. This hormone causes the blood vessels to narrow, which increases blood pressure. By blocking the action of ACE, Ramipril causes the blood vessels to relax, which lowers blood pressure.
Ramipril is sold under the brand name Altace and is available in several different strengths, ranging from 1.25 mg to 10 mg. It is usually taken once a day, with or without food.
Uses of Ramipril
Hypertension:
Ramipril is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is consistently high. This can cause damage to the blood vessels, the heart, and other organs. Ramipril works by relaxing the blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure.
Heart failure:
Ramipril is also used to treat congestive heart failure. Congestive heart failure is a condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively to the rest of the body. This can cause symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling of the legs and ankles. Ramipril helps to reduce the workload on the heart, which can improve symptoms of heart failure.
Improving survival after a heart attack:
Ramipril is also used to improve survival after a heart attack. A heart attack occurs when the blood supply to the heart is blocked, which can cause damage to the heart muscle. Ramipril can help to reduce the risk of further heart attacks and improve survival after a heart attack.
Dosage of Ramipril
The dosage of Ramipril will depend on the condition being treated, the patient’s age, and other factors such as the patient’s kidney function. The usual starting dose for hypertension is 2.5 mg once a day, which may be increased to a maximum of 10 mg once a day if necessary. The usual starting dose for congestive heart failure is 2.5 mg once a day, which may be increased to a maximum of 10 mg once a day if necessary. The usual starting dose for improving survival after a heart attack is 2.5 mg twice a day, which may be increased to a maximum of 10 mg twice a day if necessary.
Ramipril should be taken at the same time each day, with or without food. It is important to follow the dosage instructions provided by your doctor and not to exceed the recommended dose.
Side effects of Ramipril
Like all medications, Ramipril can cause side effects. Some common side effects of Ramipril include:
Dizziness
Headache
Fatigue
Dry cough
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Rash
These side effects are usually mild and go away on their own. However, if you experience any severe or persistent side effects, you should contact your doctor immediately.
In rare cases, Ramipril can cause more serious side effects, such as:
Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (which can be a sign of an allergic
