Description

Tablets for treating high blood pressure and heart failure.

Prescription

• Prescription-only (Rx)

Dosage

•  Adults: 2.5-20mg orally, 1-2 times a day
•  Children: Consult healthcare professional before use

Therapeutic Category

• Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, Antihypertensive

Active Ingredients/Composition

• Enalapril maleate 5mg, 10mg, or 20mg

Variant

• Enalapril 10mg, 20mg & 5mg/Blister

Consume Type

• Oral administration (swallowing tablet with water)

Directions/Usage

•  Swallow tablet whole with water.
•  Take with or without food.

Common Side Effects

• Cough
•  Dizziness
•  Headache
•  Fatigue
•  Allergic reactions (rare)

Package Type

• Blister packs of 10, 20, or 30 tablets

Storage Advice

•  Store at room temperature (15-30°C/59-86°F).
•  Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources.

Safety Advice

•  Use as directed.
•  Consult healthcare professional before use in patients with history of allergy to enalapril or ACE inhibitors.

Product Substitutes

• Other ACE inhibitors (e.g., lisinopril, captopril)
•  Other antihypertensive medications (e.g., beta blockers, calcium channel blockers)

Manufacturer/Marketer

• Name: Various manufacturers (e.g., Merck, Pfizer)
•  Reputation: Reputable pharmaceutical companies

Country of Origin

•  Various countries (e.g., USA, UK, Canada)