Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Heart failure|Prevention of heart attack and stroke

In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Lipril 2.5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called ACE inhibitors. It reduces stress on the heart and relaxes the blood vessels. This widens the blood vessels and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood around your body thereby lowering your blood pressure. Controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack stroke or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel immediate benefit from taking this medicine however it helps you maintain your blood pressure in the long term.

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. Lipril 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Lipril 2.5 Tablet is widely used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It may also be prescribed after a heart attack. Additionally it also lowers the chances of having a heart attack or stroke.Lipril 2.5 Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food but try taking it at about the same time each day. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or even if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill but if you stop taking this medicine your condition could get worse. This medicine is considered safe for long-term use.Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise losing weight smoking cessation reducing alcohol intake and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include decreased blood pressure headache diaerrhea vomiting cough increased potassium level fatigue weakness and dizziness. Most of these are temporary and resolve with time. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away.Before taking this medicine let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor may check your kidney function blood pressure and potassium levels in your blood at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.

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. Lipril 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lipril 2.5 Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Lipril 2.5 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 : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Lipril 2.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Lipril 2.5 Tablet may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Lipril 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lipril 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Lipril 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lipril 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

If you miss a dose of Lipril 2.5 Tablet take it as soon as you remember. However if it is nearly time for the next dose skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten\ndose.

Chemical Class :: Dipeptides|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC

Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Heart failure|Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Decreased blood pressure | Cough | Increased potassium level in blood | Fatigue | Weakness | Dizziness | Headache | Diarrhea | Vomiting

Q. What is Lipril 2.5 Tablet? What is it used for?::: Lipril 2.5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the blood to pass through the vessels. As a result of this the heart does not have to work more to push the blood. Since the workload on the heart is reduced it helps to lower the blood pressure and thus reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.| Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet?::: Before taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet you must tell your doctor if you are allergic to Lipril 2.5 Tablet or any of its ingredients. You must tell the doctor if you have any problems related to heart liver kidneys (if you are on dialysis) or blood such as a low white blood cell count (neutropenia or agranulocytosis). Inform your doctor if you have diabetes irregular blood pressure or if you have recently had diarrhea or vomiting. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect or be affected by this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet if you are planning to conceive if you are pregnant or breastfeeding to avoid any harmful effects on the baby.| Q. What time of the day should I take Lipril 2.5 Tablet?::: Lipril 2.5 Tablet should be taken at the same time each day to reduce the chances of a missed dose. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor may advise you to take your first dose before bedtime because it can make you dizzy. After the first dose if you do not feel dizzy you may take Lipril 2.5 Tablet at any time of the day. Your dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and therefore it will vary from person to person. If you experience any side effects while taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet please consult your doctor.| Q. I feel better after taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet can I stop taking it?::: No continue taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet even if you feel better and your blood pressure is under control. Stopping Lipril 2.5 Tablet suddenly may cause your blood pressure to increase and your chances of stroke or heart attack may rise. Usually once you start taking any medicine for controlling blood pressure you have to continue taking it life long unless you cannot tolerate it.| Q. Will Lipril 2.5 Tablet make me feel dizzy? What should I do about it?::: Yes Lipril 2.5 Tablet may make you feel dizzy or lightheaded. If Lipril 2.5 Tablet makes you feel dizzy when you stand up try getting up very slowly or stay seated until you feel better. If you begin to feel dizzy lie down so that you don't faint then sit until you feel better. Don’t drive do not use tools or machines and avoid anything requiring concentration while you're feeling dizzy or shaky.| Q. What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet?::: Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also helps to reduce stress levels and helps to keep your blood pressure normal. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains fresh fruits vegetables and fat-free products. Consult your doctor if you need any further guidance to get the maximum benefit of Lipril 2.5 Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.| Q. I have diabetes. Does Lipril 2.5 Tablet have any effect on blood sugar levels?::: Yes Lipril 2.5 Tablet may have some effect on antidiabetic medicines or insulin and may lower your blood sugar levels. Therefore you need to check your blood sugar levels regularly.| Q. After starting Lipril 2.5 Tablet I have developed dry cough which is very irritating and is not getting better with any medicine. What should I do now?::: Lipril 2.5 Tablet may cause dry cough as a side effect in some people. This can be persistent and may not be relieved by any medicine. Talk to your doctor if it bothers you or if you have trouble sleeping. Your doctor may suggest ways of managing the cough or may prescribe another medicine. Remember do not stop taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may increase your blood pressure and put you at a risk of developing a heart attack or stroke. Even if you stop taking Lipril 2.5 Tablet the cough may take a few days to a month to resolve completely.| Q. Can Lipril 2.5 Tablet affect my fertility?::: There is no evidence that Lipril 2.5 Tablet has any effect on fertility in both men and women. However if you are planning to get pregnant consult your doctor first. This is because Lipril 2.5 Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy.| Q. Can Lipril 2.5 Tablet increase potassium levels? If so what should be done?::: Lipril 2.5 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood especially if you have uncontrolled diabetes mellitus kidney problems and dehydration. Also potassium levels may increase in patients who are using potassium salts or medicines or are aged more than 70 years of age. Therefore if you have any of these conditions and are using Lipril 2.5 Tablet be careful and get regular blood tests done to monitor potassium levels.