Enalaprilat

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Enalaprilat Uses

Enalaprilat is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), prevention of heart attack and stroke and Heart Failure.

How Enalaprilat works

Enalaprilat is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

Common side effects of Enalaprilat

Headache, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Nausea

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Expert advice for Enalaprilat

You have been prescribed Enalaprilat to improve blood pressure.
Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack & strokes.
It may also be used to treat chronic (long-standing) heart failure.
It protects kidney function, which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney diseases.
Enalaprilat can make you feel dizzy for the first few days, so rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. You can also prefer taking it at bedtime to avoid dizziness throughout the day.
Let your doctor know about any cough, or throat irritation that does not go away.
It may increase the level of potassium in blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
You have been prescribed Enalaprilat to improve blood pressure.
Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack & strokes.
It may also be used to treat chronic (long-standing) heart failure.
It protects kidney function, which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney diseases.
Enalaprilat can make you feel dizzy for the first few days, so rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. You can also prefer taking it at bedtime to avoid dizziness throughout the day.
Let your doctor know about any cough, or throat irritation that does not go away.
It may increase the level of potassium in blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.