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Cortec 5mg tablet

Brand: Nabi Qasim

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Cortec 5mg tablet is composed of Enalapril Maleate (5mg)

Enalapril Maleate is mainly used to treat high blood pressure. It is used to trat heart failure and prevent from developing heart failure. It is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow easily.

Introduction

How To Use

  • Take this medicine with or without food.
  • Usual doses are of one or two tablets per day.
  • Please consult your doctor for dose adjustments and duration of this medicine.

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.

Primary Uses

Hypertension

Indications

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.

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. 

Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnant females are advised to consult their doctors before taking this medicine. 

Lactation

The effect is undetermined in lactating females, therefore; consult your doctor for further advice.

Driving

It is safe to drive while taking Enalapril Maleate.

Liver

Caution is advised, better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine. 

Kidney

Caution is advised, better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Please avoid consuming alcohol while using this medicine.

Precautions

For oral use only. Please tell your doctor if you have any kind of allergies. Please tell your doctor about all your past medical history. Do not self-medicate.

Contraindications

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).

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.

Disclaimer

Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.

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