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Servace is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Servace has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Servace depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Servace include Confusion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Servace as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Servace are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Servace has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Servace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Servace is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Angioedema, Heart Failure, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Servace are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Servace with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Servace, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Servace 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Servace is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Servace safe for pregnant women?
Servace shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Servace safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Servace for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Servace on the Kidneys?
Servace rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Servace on the Liver?
Servace may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Servace on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Servace on the heart have been reported.
Servace 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 Servace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Servace habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Servace.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Servace as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Servace should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Servace for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Servace
Servace may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Servace
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Servace with alcohol will be.
Servace is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, you can not take Servace with ibuprofen, as it may reduce the effect of Servace. You are advised to consult with your doctor before taking these drugs in combination.
Servace is an ACE inhibitor. It works by decreasing the production of a substance that raises the blood pressure, it also dilates and relaxes the blood vessels which make it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body. Hence in this way, Servace reduces blood pressure as well as another heart-related disease.
Yes, Servace can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Servace is the brand name of ramipril. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called ACE inhibitors (Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors). It is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure ( high BP), reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke, and heart failure. It is also used to treat people with diabetes who have developed kidney problems.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Altace (ramipril)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 163-169
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 503
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Altace (ramipril)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 163-169
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 503
