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enalapril-maleate

Enalapril is a prodrug belonging to the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor drug class that works on the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system, which regulates blood pressure and fluid and electrolyte homeostasis. Enalapril is an orally-active and long-acting nonsulphydryl antihypertensive agent that suppresses the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system to lower blood pressure. Being a prodrug, enalapril is rapidly biotransformed into its active metabolite, enalaprilat, which is responsible for the pharmacological actions of enalapril. The active metabolite of enalapril competitively inhibits the ACE to hinder the production of angiotensin II, a key component of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system that promotes vasoconstriction and renal reabsorption of sodium ions in the kidneys. Ultimately, enalaprilat works to reduce blood pressure and blood fluid volume. This medicine is used in congestive heart faliure and for all stages of hypertension (high blood pressure) where standard therapy is uneffective.

Contradications

This medicine is not recommended to be used in patients with aortic stenosis (narrowing of aortic valve) and kidney impairment, Cardiogenic shock, angioedema (swelling in deep layers of skin).

Side effects

The use of this medicine is associated with side effects such as neutropenia (low levels of white blood cells), hypotension (low blood pressure), rash or loss of taste, chest pain, angina, Gi upset, blurred vision, dyspnoea (shortness of breath). Withdraw if jaundice occurs. 

Expert Advice

Take this medicine 1 hour before or 2 hours after meal. 

Don't crush/chew tablets.

Change position slowly.

Take ample amount of liquids to prevent dehydration.

FAQs

Can I take this medicine with brufen and asprin?

Kindly consult your doctor before taking these medicines together. They may enhance the effect of this drug.

Can this medicine cause changes in weight?

Weight changes are a possible side effect of taking this medicine. Kindly consult your doctor if this occurs

Will this drug cause dizziness or headaches?

Headaches and dizziness are common and possible side effects of this medicine. To prevent dizziness, try to avoid getting up abruptly when you are lying down, or any other sudden movements. Avoid activities that require alertness such as driving etc.

Can I stop taking this medicine once my blood pressure is normal?

This medicine should not be stopped unless your doctor recommends it, and it should not be stopped abruptly. Kindly follow the instructions of your physician regarding how and when to stop taking this drug.

Does enalapril make you urinate more?

Yes, this medicine might make you urinate more often.

Medicines containing enalapril-maleate

Renitec 20mg

By OBS

Pack size: 2x10's

Rs.208

Acelar 10mg

By SiTech

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.37.5

Acelar 10mg

By SiTech

Pack size: 1x60 's

Rs.207

Acelar 5mg

By SiTech

Pack size: 1x10 's

Rs.25

Acelar 5mg

By SiTech

Pack size: 1x100 's

Rs.230

Amotac 10mg

By Mass-PH Health

Pack size: 2x10's

Rs.30.68

Cardace 10mg

By Zafa

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.60.77

Cardace 5mg

By Zafa

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.30.62

Cardil 10mg

By Himont

Pack size: 2x10's

Rs.106.19

Cardil 5mg

By Himont

Pack size: 2x10's

Rs.45.92

Cardiotec 10mg

By Wilson's

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.43.19

Cardiotec 5mg

By Wilson's

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.22.46

Coniuren 10mg

By Grays

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.33

Coniuren 5mg

By Grays

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.27.5

Cortec 10mg

By Nabi Qasim

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.128.51

Cortec 5mg

By Nabi Qasim

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.49.5

Enalatac 10mg

By Hygeia

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.37.5

Enalatac 5mg

By Hygeia

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.23

Enetec 10mg

By Alliance

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.32.5

Enetec 5mg

By Alliance

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.22.5

Enpril 10mg

By Bryon

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.45.63

Enpril 5mg

By Bryon

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.26.79

Hipril 10mg

By Raazee

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.19.5

Hipril 5mg

By Raazee

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.14.5

Japril 10mg

By Jawa

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.33

Japril 5mg

By Jawa

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.27.5

Laporide 10mg

By Usawa

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.37

Lopritol 5mg

By Unipharm

Pack size: 3x10 's

Rs.22

Maxpril 10mg

By Makson

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.33

Maxpril 20mg

By Makson

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.112.5

Medipril 5mg

By Medicaids

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.25

Napril 10mg

By Caylex

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.40

Napril 5mg

By Caylex

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.25

Novilapril 10mg

By Novins

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.33

Novilapril 5mg

By Novins

Pack size: 2x10 's

Rs.27.5

Redopril 10mg

By Novartis

Pack size: 2x10's

Rs.32.81

Renitec 10mg

By OBS

Pack size: 2x10's

Rs.188.53

Renitec 5mg

By OBS

Pack size: 2x10's

Rs.100.76

Cardiotec 5mg

By Wilson's

Pack size: 1x20's

Rs.56