Enalapril or Enalapril Maleate is indicated to control high blood pressure or improve the performance of your heart in cases of heart failure. In addition, this medicine can also be used to prevent heart failure.
This compound works by dilating blood vessels, which helps the heart to pump blood more easily to all parts of the body. This action of the remedy decreases high blood pressure, and in cases of heart failure it helps the heart to function better. Enalapril may also be known commercially as Eupressin.
Price
The price of Enalapril Maleate varies between 6 and 40 reais, and can be purchased at pharmacies or online stores.
How to take
Enalapril tablets should be taken daily between meals, along with a little water, according to the instructions given by the doctor.
Generally, for the treatment of hypertension the recommended dose varies between 10 and 20 mg per day, and for the treatment of heart failure, between 20 and 40 mg per day.
Side effects
Some of the side effects of Enalapril may include diarrhea, dizziness, nausea, cough, headache, tiredness, weakness or sudden drop in pressure.
Contraindications
This remedy is contraindicated for patients with diabetes and undergoing aliskiren treatment, a history of allergy to drugs in the same group as enalapril maleate and for patients with allergies to any of the components of the formula.
In addition, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding you should talk to your doctor before starting treatment with Enalapril.
