Generic Name - Captopril
Category - Antihypertensive
Indications
High blood pressure, Heart failure
Generic Captopril is indicated for the treatment of high blood pressure. Hypertension is a common disorder in which the blood pressure remains abnormally high. Heart failure is cessation of normal heart function. Generic Captopril works by decreasing certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.
Generic for Captopril Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Captopril is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Captopril should not be taken by patients who have history of the following ailment conditions
Renal impairment
Aortic stenosis
There are a number of medication that interact with Generic Captopril. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
Potassium supplements
Salt substitutes that contain Potassium
Diuretics
Nitrates
Lithium
Digoxin
Aspirin
Generic for Captopril Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericCaptopril
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Capotril for hypertension is 25 mg bid or tid. If satisfactory reduction of blood pressure has not been achieved after one or two weeks, the dose may be increased to 50 mg bid or tid.
Generic for Captopril Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Capotril side Effects include chest pain, uneven or fast heart beat, palpitations, decreased or increased amount of urine passed, difficulty breathing, or difficulty swallowing, dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting spells, fever or chills, and skin rashes.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Capotril.
Generic for Captopril and Pregnancy
Generic Captopril should not be used during pregnancy, as it may be harmful to the unborn baby. Captopril should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to mother and fetus.
Generic for Captopril and Breastfeeding
Generic Captopril is excreted in human milk and should not be used while nursing infants.
Generic for Captopril and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Captopril in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Captopril and Geriatric
Clinical studies do not indicate any over all difference in effects of Generic Captopril with relation to age.
Note
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Captopril in pediatric patients have not been established.
The above information about Generic Captopril serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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