Interaction of Perindopril with Food, Herbs and Alcohol - For your own safety It is important to understand and avoid the drug-food interaction and how to take the medication. Drug-food interaction can sometimes cause side effects and can even reduce the efficacy of the drug.
Perindopril is a long-acting ACE inhibitor, prescribed for high blood pressure, heart attack and heart failure.
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Perindopril Interactions with Food and Herbs
Salt Substitutes: If you are taking perindopril, you should avoid sodium, calcium and magnesium-rich foods. This combination may affect the blood pressure-reducing effect of perindopril.
Perindopril Interactions with Alcohol
Taking alcohol with perindopril is not recommended.
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How to Take the Medication -
Perindopril is available in the form of tablet. You can take it 1-2 times in a day. Strictly follow the instructions given by your doctor and on the prescription label. Stick to the recommended dose. Try to take the medicine around the same time every day. You should not stop taking medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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Perindopril for Medical Condition(s)