Table of contents:
- What medicine cilazapril?
- What is cilazapril for?
- How to use cilazapril?
- How is cilazapril stored?
- Cilazapril dosage
- What is the cilazapril dosage for adults?
- What is the dose of cilazapril for children?
- In what dosage is cilazapril available?
- Cilazapril side effects
- What side effects can be experienced due to cilazapril?
- Cilazapril Drug Warnings and Cautions
- What should be known before using cilazapril?
- Is cilazapril safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Cilazapril Drug Interactions
- What medicines may interact with the drug cilazapril?
- What health conditions may interact with the drug cilazapril?
- Cilazapril overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
What medicine cilazapril?
What is cilazapril for?
Cilazapril is an antihypertensive drug. This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and chronic heart failure. Cilazapril works by making blood vessels relax and dilate.
Overall these drugs help to lower blood pressure as well as make it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body, if you have chronic heart disease.
How to use cilazapril?
Use the drug exactly as directed by your doctor. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any doubts
How is cilazapril stored?
Cilazapril is a drug that must be stored at room temperature. Keep this drug away from direct sunlight and humid places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Cilazapril dosage
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the cilazapril dosage for adults?
- For treating high blood pressure (hypertension), the dose of cilazapril is 1 mg per day. The doctor will increase the dose until your blood pressure is under control. Usually the maintenance dose of this drug is between 2.5 mg and 5 mg per day.
- For treating chronic heart failure, the dose of cilazapril is 0.5mg once daily. The maximum dose is 5mg once a day.
What is the dose of cilazapril for children?
Its safety and effectiveness cannot be ascertained in children under 18 years of age.
In what dosage is cilazapril available?
The available dose of cilazapril is tablets 0.5 mg; 1 mg; 2.5 mg; 5 mg
Cilazapril side effects
What side effects can be experienced due to cilazapril?
The most common side effects of using the drug cilazapril are:
- Allergic reactions
- Anemia
- Fast heart rate
- Sores in the mouth like thrush
- Bruising easily
- Nosebleed
Other possible side effects that are common from using the drug cilazapril are:
- Dizzy
- Cough
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Headache
Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have any concerns about side effects, please consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Cilazapril Drug Warnings and Cautions
What should be known before using cilazapril?
Some of the conditions that you should discuss with your doctor or pharmacist before taking Cilazapril are:
- If you have heart problems. Cilazapril is not suitable for people with heart problems
- If you have had a stroke or have had problems with the blood supply to your brain.
- If you are taking angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) drugs (also known as sartans eg valsartan, telmisartan, irbesartan).
- Have diabetes-related kidney problems.
Is cilazapril safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There is not yet sufficient information about the safety of using this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.
Cilazapril Drug Interactions
What medicines may interact with the drug cilazapril?
Although some drugs should not be taken at the same time, in other cases some drugs can also be used together even though interactions may occur. In such cases, the doctor may change the dose, or take other preventive measures as needed. Tell your doctor if you are taking any other over-the-counter or prescription drugs.
What health conditions may interact with the drug cilazapril?
The presence of other medical problems can affect the use of the drug cilazapril. So, be sure to tell your doctor if you have any medical problems, especially:
- Kidney problems or having problems with the blood supply to the kidneys (renal artery stenosis)
- Severe liver problems or if you have jaundice
- Undergo kidney dialysis
- Recently vomited or had diarrhea
- Salt diet
- Undergo medication to avoid bee or wasp stings (desensitization)
- Plan for surgery (including dental surgery), as some anesthetics can lower your blood pressure, and possibly too low
- Have diabetes
- Have collagen vascular disease
Cilazapril overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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