Enapril-HT Tablet
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Product introduction
Enapril-HT Tablet is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It is a combination of two medicines that helps to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to reduce the chances of any future heart attack and stroke.
Enapril-HT Tablet is taken with or without food, preferably in the morning to avoid frequent urination at night. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.
Nausea, taste change, diarrhea, and indigestion are some common side effects of this medicine. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or Do not go away. Let your doctor know about cough, or throat irritation that does not go away. Drink plenty of fluids while taking medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth and extreme thirst.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure, kidney function and the levels of salts such as potassium checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
Uses of Enapril-HT Tablet
Benefits of Enapril-HT Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Enapril-HT Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side effects of Enapril-HT Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Enapril-HT
- Nausea
- Taste change
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Cough
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Weakness
- Decreased blood pressure
- Increased uric acid level in blood
- Glucose intolerance
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Increased blood lipid level
How to use Enapril-HT Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Enapril-HT Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Enapril-HT Tablet works
Enapril-HT Tablet is a combination of two medicines:
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Enapril-HT Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Enapril-HT Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Enapril-HT Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Enapril-HT Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Enapril-HT Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Enapril-HT Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function test, and potassium levels is recommended while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function test, and potassium levels is recommended while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Enapril-HT Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Enapril-HT Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Enapril-HT Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Enapril-HT Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Enapril-HT Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It also lowers your risk of stroke and heart attack.
- Take it in the morning with breakfast, to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
- Enapril-HT Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Inform you doctor about any cough, or throat irritation that doesn't go away.
- Enapril-HT Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function and the levels of salts such as potassium in your blood while you are taking this medicine.
- Do not take Enapril-HT Tablet if you’re pregnant or planning pregnancy. It can cause birth defects or be fatal to your unborn baby.
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Therapeutic Class
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Patients taking Enapril-HT Tablet
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What are you using Enapril-HT Tablet for?
Hypertension *
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*Hypertension (high blood pressure)
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
100%
What were the side-effects while using Enapril-HT Tablet?
No Side Effec*
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*No Side Effect
FAQs
What is Enapril-HT Tablet used for?
Enapril-HT Tablet is used to lower high blood pressure. Enalapril in Enapril-HT Tablet is an ACE inhibitor that relaxes blood vessels, while Hydrochlorothiazide in Enapril-HT Tablet is a diuretic (water pill) that helps the body remove excess salt and water. Together, they reduce strain on the heart and lower the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Who should not take Enapril-HT Tablet?
Individuals should not take Enapril-HT Tablet if they have ever had a severe allergic reaction to ACE inhibitor medicines, are unable to pass urine, have severe liver or kidney disease, narrowing of the blood vessels of the kidneys (renal artery stenosis), or have a history of angioedema (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat). It should also be avoided in people with certain serious kidney problems.
Can Enapril-HT Tablet cause allergic reactions?
Yes. Serious allergic reactions to Enapril-HT Tablet, such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (angioedema), can occur at any time during treatment and may be life-threatening. Seek emergency medical help if these symptoms appear.
Does Enapril-HT Tablet affect kidney function?
Enapril-HT Tablet can reduce kidney function, especially in people with existing kidney disease, heart problems, or dehydration. Your doctor may check your kidney function regularly while you are on this medication.
Can Enapril-HT Tablet affect potassium levels?
Yes. Enapril-HT Tablet can affect potassium levels in your blood. Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels to keep them in the safe range, as abnormal potassium levels can cause serious heart problems.
Is there a risk of electrolyte imbalance with Enapril-HT Tablet?
Yes. Enapril-HT Tablet can cause low sodium, low potassium, and low magnesium levels. These imbalances can cause muscle weakness, irregular heartbeat, or confusion.
Can Enapril-HT Tablet affect people with diabetes?
Yes. Enapril-HT Tablet may raise blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar and potassium is important.
Does Enapril-HT Tablet affect gout?
Enapril-HT Tablet can increase uric acid levels, which may trigger gout attacks in susceptible individuals.
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Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: August, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Enapril-HT Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: August, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Enapril-HT Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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