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Cardiopril 10 Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Cardiopril 10 Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cardiopril 10 Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Cardiopril 10 Capsule also has some side effects, the most common being Confusion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cardiopril 10 Capsule as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cardiopril 10 Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Cardiopril 10 Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Cardiopril 10 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Heart Failure, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) must refrain from the use of Cardiopril 10 Capsule since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cardiopril 10 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Cardiopril 10 Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cardiopril 10 Capsule, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cardiopril 10 Capsule 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 Cardiopril 10 Capsule is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cardiopril 10 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Cardiopril shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Cardiopril 10 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Cardiopril as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Cardiopril 10 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Cardiopril rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cardiopril 10 Capsule on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cardiopril on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cardiopril 10 Capsule on the Heart?
Cardiopril may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Cardiopril 10 Capsule 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 Cardiopril 10 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cardiopril 10 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Cardiopril 10 Capsule does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cardiopril 10 Capsule, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cardiopril 10 Capsule can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cardiopril 10 Capsule is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cardiopril 10 Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cardiopril 10 Capsule
Taking Cardiopril 10 Capsule with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cardiopril 10 Capsule
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cardiopril 10 Capsule and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Cardiopril has been reported to cause constipation in patients who are taking it but it occurs very rarely. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Ideally, Cardiopril should be taken by mouth once or twice daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, kidney disease, lupus, and scleroderma.
No, use of Cardiopril does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Rarely, Cardiopril causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Cardiopril 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
