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Dot Ace 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.
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Is the use of Dot Ace safe for pregnant women?
Dot Ace can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Dot Ace safe during breastfeeding?
Dot Ace has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Dot Ace on the Kidneys?
Dot Ace has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dot Ace on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Dot Ace on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Dot Ace on the Heart?
Dot Ace has very mild side effects on the heart.
Dot Ace 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 Dot Ace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dot Ace habit forming or addictive?
Dot Ace does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Dot Ace can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Dot Ace only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Dot Ace is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dot Ace
Some foods when eaten with Dot Ace can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dot Ace
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dot Ace with alcohol will be.
Dot Ace 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, Dot Ace reduces blood pressure as well as another heart-related disease.
Yes, Dot Ace 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.
Ideally, Dot Ace 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.
Dot Ace 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.
Rarely, Dot Ace 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.
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; Altace (ramipril)
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 503