Enalapril+Amlodipine
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | High blood pressure |
| Therapy | Anti-Hypertensive |
| Side Effects | Headache, dizziness, tiredness, ankle swelling, nausea, cough, abdominal discomfort |
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Molecule Description
Enalapril+Amlodipine is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. It is a fixed-dose combination of enalapril and amlodipine that works together to control blood pressure more effectively. By helping keep your blood pressure within the normal range, this medicine reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney-related complications. Take Enalapril+Amlodipine exactly as prescribed by your doctor and do not stop taking it without medical advice, even if you feel well.
Enalapril+Amlodipine works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily. Amlodipine helps prevent blood vessel narrowing by relaxing the vessel walls, while enalapril reduces the formation of substances that raise blood pressure. Together, they lower the workload on your heart and help maintain steady blood pressure control over time.
Take Enalapril+Amlodipine as advised by your doctor, preferably at the same time every day. Take it with a glass of water, with or without food. Do not take more than the prescribed dose, as this may increase the risk of side effects. Regular follow-up and blood pressure monitoring may be recommended by your doctor.
Some people may experience side effects such as headache, dizziness, tiredness, ankle swelling, nausea, cough, or abdominal discomfort while taking Enalapril+Amlodipine. These effects are usually mild and improve as your body adjusts to the medicine. If you notice severe dizziness, fainting, swelling of the face or lips, difficulty breathing, or any side effect that persists or worsens, contact your doctor immediately.
Uses
Enalapril+Amlodipine is used for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension).
Contraindications
When should one not use Enalapril+Amlodipine
- If you are allergic to amlodipine, enalapril, or any other ingredient of Enalapril+Amlodipine
- If you have a history of angioedema (sudden swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat), either with similar medicines or without a known cause
- If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
- If you have very low blood pressure
- If you have certain serious heart conditions, such as cardiogenic shock or severe narrowing of heart valves, as advised by your doctor
- If you are taking a medicine called aliskiren and have diabetes or kidney disease
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
Some common side effects of Enalapril+Amlodipine include headache, dizziness, tiredness, ankle swelling, nausea, cough and abdominal discomfort.
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have kidney or liver disease
- You have heart problems or have recently had a heart attack or heart failure
- You are elderly
- You are on a salt-restricted diet
- You are taking potassium supplements or potassium-containing medicines
- You have had severe vomiting, diarrhoea, or dehydration
- You are scheduled for surgery or dental procedures
- You are taking medicines for diabetes, as blood sugar levels may need monitoring
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Enalapril+Amlodipine works by relaxing and widening blood vessels. Amlodipine relaxes blood vessels, while enalapril blocks the formation of substances that narrow blood vessels. This combination allows blood to flow more easily, lowers blood pressure, and reduces strain on the heart.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium-containing salt substitutes
- Lithium
- NSAID painkillers (such as ibuprofen or diclofenac)
- Other blood pressure lowering medicines and diuretics
- Medicines for diabetes, including insulin
- Aliskiren
Interactions with food items
Enalapril+Amlodipine can be taken with or without food.
Dosage
Overdose
If you think you have taken too much Enalapril+Amlodipine, seek medical help immediately or visit the nearest hospital. Overdose may cause very low blood pressure, dizziness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat.
Missed a Dose
- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
- Skip it if it is almost time for your next dose
- Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one
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