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Imidapril
Latest prescription information about Imidapril. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Imidapril
Trade Name(s):
India- Tanatril. International- Hipertene, Tanatril, Cardipril, Norten, Tanapress, Vascor. This medication is an ACE inhibitor, prescribed for high blood pressure. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : PO- Initial: 5 mg once daily. Maintenance: 10 mg/day. Max: 20 mg/day. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of obstruction in large arteries, blood clot in blood vessels, idiopathic or hereditary angioedema, heart failure, dehydration, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Assess renal function before and during therapy; monitor for proteinuria. * Regular WBC counts checking is recommended in SLE and scleroderma patients. * Discontinue diuretics 2-3 days before starting therapy and resume later if required. Side Effects : Most Common - Dizziness, headache, fatigue, tingling, impotence and sleep disturbances. Gastrointestinal - Mouth ulcers, inflammation of pancreas, and taste disturbances. Respiratory - Dry cough and other upper respiratory tract symptoms. Skin - Rash, angioedema, photosensitivity, hair loss and mood disturbances. Genitourinary - Kidney impairment, blood disorders and protein in urine. Heart - Chest pain, palpitations and fast heart rate. Musculoskeletal - Muscle cramps. *Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light. |
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