
Product: Generic Vasotec (Enalapril)
Vasotec (Enalapril) is an ace inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure. It may also be used to treat congestive heart disease and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Drug Category: Blood Pressure
Brand Name: Vasotec
Generic Name: Enalapril
About Vasotec (Enalapril):
Brand name: Vasotec
Generic name: Enalapril
What is the most important information I should know about Vasotec?
• Do not take Vasotec if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. When used during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy Vasotec can cause injury and even death to the developing baby. Notify your doctor immediately if you think you might be pregnant.
• Vasotec may increase the risk of dangerous allergic reactions. Before taking Vasotec tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction that involved swelling of your lips face tongue or throat or difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical attention if you develop any of these symptoms while taking Vasotec.
• Use caution when driving operating machinery or performing other hazardous activities. Vasotec may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness avoid these activities and notify your doctor. Also use caution when rising from a sitting or lying position.
• Heavy sweating vomiting diarrhea or other causes of fluid loss may lead to very low blood pressure dizziness and fainting during therapy with Vasotec. Maintain proper fluid intake to prevent dehydration and related adverse effects.
What is Vasotec?
• Vasotec is in a class of drugs called angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors).
• Vasotec is used to lower blood pressure and to prevent and treat heart failure.
• Vasotec may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Vasotec?
• Vasotec may increase the risk of dangerous allergic reactions. Before taking Vasotec tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction that involved swelling of your lips face tongue or throat or difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical attention if you develop any of these symptoms while taking Vasotec.
• Before taking Vasotec tell your doctor if you
have kidney disease;
have liver disease;
are on a salt-restricted diet or have high levels of potassium in your blood;
are taking salt substitutes potassium supplements (e.g. K-Dur Klor-Con) or potassium-sparing diuretics such as amiloride (Midamor) triamterene (Dyrenium Dyazide Maxzide) or spironolactone (Aldactone);
have diabetes;
have scleroderma or lupus; or
have any type of heart disease or have had a stroke.
• You may not be able to take Vasotec or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
• Vasotec is in the FDA pregnancy category D. This means that Vasotec is known to be harmful to an unborn baby. When used during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy Vasotec can cause injury and even death to the developing baby. Do not take Vasotec if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
• It is not known whether Vasotec passes into breast milk. Do not use Vasotec without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take Vasotec?
• Take Vasotec exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions ask your pharmacist nurse or doctor to explain them to you.
• Take each dose with a full glass of water.
• Do not stop taking Vasotec without first talking to your doctor. If you stop taking this medication suddenly your condition could become worse.
• Store Vasotec at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However if it is almost time for the next dose skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.
• Symptoms of an Vasotec overdose include extreme dizziness weakness fainting and fatigue.
What should I avoid while taking Vasotec?
• Use caution when driving operating machinery or performing other hazardous activities. Vasotec may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness avoid these activities and notify your doctor. Also use caution when rising from a sitting or lying position.
• Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may further lower blood pressure and increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking Vasotec.
• Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking Vasotec except under the direction of your doctor.
• Heavy sweating vomiting diarrhea or other causes of fluid loss may lead to very low blood pressure dizziness and fainting during therapy with Vasotec. Maintain proper fluid intake to prevent dehydration and related side effects.
What are the possible side effects of Vasotec?
• If you experience any of the following serious side effects stop taking Vasotec and call your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips tongue or face; or hives);
difficulty breathing;
little or no urine;
chest pain;
severe dizziness or fainting; or
signs of an infection including a sore throat or a fever.
• Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Vasotec and talk to your doctor if you experience
mild dizziness or lightheadedness;
headache;
dry tickling cough;
numbness or tingling in the hands feet arms or legs;
nausea or diarrhea;
weakness or fatigue; or
a rash.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Vasotec?
• Before taking Vasotec tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:
a potassium supplement such as K-Dur Klor-Con and others;
salt substitutes that contain potassium;
any of the diuretics (water pills) triamterene (Dyrenium Maxzide Dyazide) spironolactone (Aldactone) or amiloride (Midamor);
any other diuretic (water pill) such as hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ HydroDiuril others) furosemide (Lasix) bumetanide (Bumex) indapamide (Lozol) and others; or
lithium (Lithobid Eskalith others).
• You may not be able to take Vasotec or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during your treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Vasotec or affect your condition. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines including vitamins minerals and herbal products.
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