Enalapril 5 mg

Category- Allopathy

Medicine Highlights

Enalapril Uses

Enalapril 5 mg is an oral medicine belonging to the category of antihypertensives and is used for the following indications:

1. High blood pressure 
2. Heart Failure
3. Heart Dysfunction

Enalapril side effects 

More Common  

1. Headache 
2. Dizziness 
3. Cough 
4. Low blood pressure
5. Chest pain 

Less Common 

1. Arm, back, or jaw pain 
2. Chest discomfort, tightness, or heaviness 
3. Fast or irregular heartbeat 
4. General feeling of discomfort or illness 
5. Joint pain 
6. Loss of appetite 
7. Muscle aches and pains 
8. Shivering 
9. Trouble sleeping 
10. Acid or sour stomach 
11. Belching 
12. Burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, “pins and needles,” or tingling feelings 
13. Feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings 
14. Heartburn 
15. Indigestion 
16. Muscle cramps 
17. Sensation of spinning 
18. Stomach discomfort or upset 
19. Swelling 
20. Decreased interest in sexual intercourse 
21. Inability to have or keep an erection 
22. Lack or loss of strength 
23. Loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance 
24. Rash 

How Enalapril works 

Enalapril is a medicine that helps lower high blood pressure and protects the heart and kidneys. It blocks an enzyme that normally tightens blood vessels and makes the body hold onto salt and water, which can stress the heart. By stopping this process, Enalapril relaxes blood vessels, eases heart strain, and helps the kidneys work better. It also boosts a natural chemical that gently widens vessels even more. For people with heart failure, kidney problems, or recovering from a heart attack, it helps prevent further damage.

Safety Measures and Warning 

Pregnancy

Enalapril should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, because it can seriously harm the developing fetus. It may reduce amniotic fluid, impair kidney and lung development, and, in severe cases, lead to fetal death. Get an alternative recommendation from the doctor if you are using it. y, its safety is not clearly established. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, inform your doctor.

Breastfeeding

Enalapril can pass into breast milk and may rarely lower your baby’s blood pressure or cause tiredness. Safer options like enalapril are preferred; talk to your doctor before continuing.

Enalapril Interaction with Food Product 

Avoid consuming food rich in salt or potassium with this medicine, as it can cause dizziness and low blood pressure. Also avoid consuming alcohol -containing drinks, as it can raises your risk of low blood pressure from Enalapril . If you drink alcohol, talk to your doctor. You may need to have your blood pressure monitored while you take this drug. 

Enalapril Interaction with Other Medicines  

Avoid taking Enalapril 5 mg with the following medicines, as it may increase or decrease the desired effect, or in worse cases, it could be fatal:

Enalapril Chemical Structure

IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry)/ Chemical name

[(2S)-1-[(2S)-2-{[(2S)-1-ethoxy-1-oxo-4-phenylbutan-2-yl] amino}propanoyl]pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid] 

Intake routine/cycle

Daily dose

Take Enalapril exactly as your doctor recommends. The dose may change based on your condition and how well you respond. Do not take more than prescribed without consulting your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take your medicine, take the medication as soon as you remember. If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Always consult the doctor before making any changes to your dosage.

Overdose

It is not recommended to take more than 40 mg of Enalapril per day, as it may cause severe overdosing effects like kidney and liver damage, dizziness, and severe low blood pressure. If you face any of the severe effects, meet the doctor.

Storage

1. Store the medicine at room temperature 
2. Keep away from sunlight and moisture 
3. Keep out of reach of children 

Directions for use 

1. Take Enalapril exactly as prescribed by your doctor, at the same time each day. 
2. Do not stop taking Enalapril without your doctor’s approval, even if you feel better. 
3. If you forget to take Enalapril take it as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. 

Enalapril Summary 

Enalapril is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. It belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin convertase enzyme inhibitors, which help relax blood vessels so blood flows more easily. This lowers pressure on the heart and improves circulation. Common side effects include dizziness, headaches, dry cough, and low blood pressure. People who are pregnant or have severe allergic reactions like angioedema should avoid it. Enalapril can interact with potassium-rich foods (like bananas and tomatoes), salt substitutes, and alcohol; these may raise potassium levels or cause dizziness. Always take it as prescribed and talk to your doctor before combining it with other medicines or supplements.

FAQ’s

What are the brand names of Enalapril?

Enalapril has different brand names that are endorsed by marketing companies, but the salt name remains the same. Many of the brands fail to pass the CDSCO standard quality test, and it’s the time when Saya Care steps in, and we provide the medicine with a quality test report.

What are the side effects of Enalapril tablets?

Common side effects of Enalapril include dizziness, headaches, dry cough, and low blood pressure. People who are pregnant, have kidney problems, or have severe allergic reactions like angioedema should avoid it.

What are the uses of Enalapril tablets?

Enalapril is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. It belongs to a group of drugs called ACE inhibitors, which help relax blood vessels so blood flows more easily.

What class of medicine does Enalapril belong to?

Enalapril is an antihypertensive drug belonging to the class of angiotensin -converting enzyme inhibitors 

Reference 

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Siva Krishna Adithya Bhumireddy

Siva Krishna Adithya Bhumireddy completed Bachelor of Pharmacy from GIET School of Pharmacy affiliated to Andhra University and from his 3rd year of graduation itself he was working as a freelance Medical and Publication writer and having expertise in Systematic reviews and clinical research. With his keen interest and skills in research and documentation practices he also reviewed more than 100 manuscripts from international journals like Elsevier, Springer Nature, Sage Journals and all the manuscripts were indexed and appeared in Pub Med, Scopus and Web of Science databases and received honorary recognition letters and certificates from all of them. Siva Krishna Adithya also published few systematic, narrative reviews and few chapters of international expertise.