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ACE inhibitors are a group of drugs used very commonly today in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. One of the active ingredients of this group is the drug Ramipril 5mg. So what is Ramipril 5mg and how should it be used?
1. What is Ramipril 5mg?
Ramipril 5mg is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, which has vasodilating effects and increases blood circulation.
Active ingredient ramipril is prepared in capsule form, for oral use with strengths of 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg and 10 mg.
Ramipril 5mg is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of hypertension; Prevent stroke, stroke, coronary heart disease and kidney problems; Ramipril 5mg is also used for the purpose of increasing survival after acute myocardial infarction; High-risk patients with cardiovascular disease or diabetes can take ramipril 5mg to prevent myocardial infarction and cerebral infarction; Ramipril 5mg used to treat heart failure after myocardial infarction; In many cases, ramipril 5mg was used to prevent diabetic kidney complications. Some other effects of ramipril 5mg are not listed on the leaflet, but your doctor may prescribe it for some specific cases. However, patients should be careful to use this medicine only as prescribed by the doctor.
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2. Instructions for using ramipril 5mg?
Patients use ramipril 5mg orally, before or after meals according to the doctor's instructions. Usually used 1 or 2 times a day.
For the dosage form of ramipril 5mg capsule, the patient needs to swallow the tablet whole when taking it. If you have difficulty swallowing, you can open the capsule in half and mix the powder with water to make it easier to swallow.
Dosage of active ingredient Ramipril depends on the condition, disease severity and response to treatment of each patient. To limit the risk of side effects, doctors usually start with a low dose and gradually increase the dose according to the patient's response.
Patients need to use ramipril 5mg according to the instructions, need to take it according to the schedule to bring the best effect. To prevent forgetting, patients should develop a habit of taking their medicine at the same time each day and must continue to take ramipril 5mg even if they feel better.
Quickly notify the doctor if the patient's condition does not improve or tends to worsen such as unsatisfactory blood pressure readings, remaining high or increasing.
3. Dosage of the drug Ramipril 5mg
The dosing information mentioned below is not a substitute for medical advice or guidance. To ensure the highest safety and effectiveness, patients must consult their doctor or pharmacist before deciding to take ramipril 5mg.
Dosage of ramipril 5mg for adults:
Usual dose for patients with diabetic kidney disease: Start with a dose of 2.5mg/day, taken once a day in patients not taking diuretics. Maintenance dose from 2.5-20mg/day divided into 1-2 times orally; Usual Dose for Hypertension: Start with 2.5mg/day orally once a day. Then maintain with a dose of 2m5-20mg/day divided into 1-2 doses; Dose of ramipril 5mg for patients with congestive heart failure: Initial dose is 2.5mg / divided into 2 oral doses. Then maintain with a dose of 5mg, twice a day; Dose of ramipril 5mg for left ventricular dysfunction: Initially: with a dose of 2.5mg divided into 2 times a day. Then maintain 5mg 2 times a day; Ramipril dose for patients with myocardial infarction: Initial dose is 2.5 mg, then maintenance 5 mg divided into 2 oral doses per day. Dosage for children ramipril 5mg: Pediatric dosage has not been studied, so consult your doctor if you plan to use this medicine in children
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4. Side effects of ramipril 5mg
Some serious side effects of ramipril 5mg , including:
Symptoms of allergies or hypersensitivity such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and throat and difficulty breathing; Signs of impending fainting; Manifestations of increased blood potassium levels such as bradycardia, weak pulse, muscle weakness, numbness; Signs of dehydration such as dry mouth, feeling of thirst, confusion with swelling and little/urinary retention; pale skin , dark urine , increased risk of bruising or bleeding ; Jaundice, yellow eyes; Fever, chills, body aches, flu signs, mouth and throat sores. Some less serious side effects may include:
Dry cough; Feeling tired; Headache; Dizziness, lightheadedness; Nausea, vomiting.
5. Some notes before using ramipril 5mg
Before using ramipril 5mg, the patient should inform the doctor of the following:
History of allergy to ramipril or other drugs in the ACE inhibitor group; Women who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, women who are breastfeeding; The patient is taking any other medication. Precautions for ramipril 5mg for pregnant or lactating women:
Currently, studies on the risks of this active ingredient in pregnant or lactating women are incomplete; Before being treated with ramipril 5mg, this group of subjects should consult with their doctors to weigh the benefits and risks. Ramipril 5mg is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, which relaxes blood vessels and increases blood flow. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid side effects, patients need to take medicine according to prescription or consult a doctor, pharmacist for advice.
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