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Enalap is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Enalap have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Enalap. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Enalap can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Enalap are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Enalap's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Enalap related warnings talks about Enalap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Enalap is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Enalap contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Enalap have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Enalap, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Enalap is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Enalap is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Enalap safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Enalap. If you are pregnant, do not take Enalap without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Enalap safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Enalap may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Enalap should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Enalap on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Enalap on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Enalap on the Liver?
Side effects of Enalap rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Enalap on the Heart?
Enalap is rarely harmful for the heart.
Enalap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Enalap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Enalap habit forming or addictive?
Enalap is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Enalap, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Enalap can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Enalap only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Enalap cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Enalap
Enalap may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Enalap
Information about the interaction of Enalap and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Epaned (enalapril maleate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 502-503