Information

E- CARD 5 contains Enalapril Maleate as active constituent. It is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure and may be prescribed after a heart attack. It also lowers the chances of having a heart attack or stroke.

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Therapeutic Class

Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors

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Dose and Direction of Use

Swallow the tablet whole by mouth. You can take it with or without food but it is better to take at a fixed time. Don't crush, chew or break the tablet. Follow the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor.

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Mode of Action

It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

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Uses

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Prevention of heart attack and stroke

• Heart failure

 

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Contraindications

Don't use this medicine if you have:

• Hypersensitivity to this medicine

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Precautions and Warning

• Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding woman before taking this medicine to understand the risk and benefit ratio.
• Talk to your doctor about past medical history like kidney problem, heart problem or liver problem before taking this medicine
• Don't double the dose for the missed one.
• Complete the prescribed dose and duration of medicine. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness so avoid any activity that requires concentration unless you know how the medicine acts on you.
• Avoid drinking alcohol as it can worsen the side effects.
• It may increase the level of potassium in blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
• Let your doctor know about any cough, or throat irritation that does not go away.

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