Cardace 2.5 MG Tablet

Cardace tablet is used for the treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure. It is also given to patients who have suffered from heart attacks to improve their condition. This medication works by preventing the blood vessels from tightening. This lowers blood pressure and increases the oxygen and blood supply to the heart. It also prevents the narrowing of arteries and thus reduces the stress on heart muscles.

The regular dose of this medication for a patient suffering from hypertension is 2.5 to 20 mg. For a patient who has suffered from congestive heart attack, the dose amount is a 5mg tablet to be taken twice a day orally. It is important to follow the doctor’s prescription and continue the intake until he/she recommends not to. If you miss a dose, never try to compensate by overdosing as it is very dangerous.

• Hypertension

• Cardiovascular Risk Reduction

• Allergy

• Aliskiren

• Dizziness

• Fatigue

• Weakness

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medicine is excreted in urine and faeces. The effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 24 hours approximately.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cardace 2.5 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Ramace 2.5 MG Tablet

  Astrazeneca Pharma India Ltd

• Race 2.5 MG Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Ziram 2.5 MG Tablet

  Fdc Ltd

• Ramipres 2.5 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• R Pril 2.5 MG Tablet

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

This medication works by inhibiting an enzyme called angiotensin-converting enzyme which results in decreased plasma angiotensin II and decreased aldosterone secretion. Thus prevents the blood vessel constriction, water reabsorption and helps in lowering the blood pressure

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  You should avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness, headache, and changes in heart rate. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you have these symptoms.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication interacts with Dexamethasone, Aliskiren, Insulin and others.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication interacts with Angioedema.

• Ques : What is cardace 2 5 mg tablet?

  Ans : Cardace is a medication which has Ramipril as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by reducing stress on the heart and calming blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

• Ques : What are the uses of cardace 2 5 mg tablet?

  Ans : Cardace is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Hypertension, Cardiovascular risk reduction, and Congestive Heart Failure.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of cardace 2 5 mg tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include Blurred vision, Sweating, Dizziness, Unusual tiredness and weakness, Back pain, Chest tightness, Increased heartbeat, Cough, Diarrhea, and Vomiting.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal cardace 2 5 mg tablet?

  Ans : Cardace should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.