Enalapril or Enalapril Maleate is indicated for controlling high blood pressure or improving the performance of your heart in cases of heart failure. In addition, this medication can also be used to prevent heart failure.
This compound acts by dilating the blood vessels, which helps the heart to pump blood more easily to all parts of the body. This action of the remedy lower the high blood pressure, and in cases of heart failure helps the heart to function better. Enalapril may also be known commercially as Eupressin.
Price
The price of Enalapril Maleate ranges from 6 to 40 reais, and can be purchased at pharmacies or online stores.
How to take
Enalapril tablets should be taken daily between meals, along with a little water, according to the guidelines given by the doctor.
Generally, for the treatment of Hypertension the recommended dose varies between 10 and 20 mg per day, and for the treatment of Heart Failure, between 20 and 40 mg per day.
Side effects
Some of the side effects of Enalapril may include diarrhea, dizziness, nausea, cough, headache, tiredness, weakness or sudden drop in pressure.
Contraindications
This drug is contraindicated for patients with diabetes and on treatment with aliskiren, a history of allergy to drugs in the same enalapril maleate group and for patients with allergy to any of the components of the formula.
Also, if you are pregnant or nursing you should talk to your doctor before starting treatment with Enalapril.
