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Ramipril Screenshot_20200419-173225 (Side effects (Headache, dizziness,…
Ramipril
Brand names
Altace
Tritace
Route of administration
Oral
Indications
Manage mild to severe hypertension
Treat myocardial infarction
Slowers progression of renal disease
Prevent cardiovascular disease
Treat congestive heart failure
Treat kidney damage due to diabetes
Side effects
Headache, dizziness
Feeling tired
Cough
Angioedema
High blood potassium
Fainting
Naitrophenia
Hyperkalemia
Contraindications
Pregnant and breastfeeding women
With severe kidney impairment
Volume depleted patients
Hypotension
Hyperkalemic patients
Angioedema while on ACE inhibitors
Storage
Solutions-refrigerate
Capsules-keep away from heat and sunlight
Keep away from children
May be kept for maximum 30 days
Mechanism of action
ACE inhibitors, inhibits Angiotensin Converting enzyme
Thus lowering production of Angiotensin ||
Decrease breakdown of bradykinin
Resulting in relaxation of arterioles
Decreasing total peripheral vascular resistance
Thus reducing blood pressure
