Angiotensin 2.5mg Tablet (Lisinopril 2.5mg)

INTRODUCTION

ANGIOTENSIN 2.5 contains Lisinopril which belongs to a group of medicines called Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. ACE inhibitors lowers blood pressure by widening blood vessels which allows the blood to flow more easily and reduces the effort needed to pump blood around the body. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart failure, kidney problems in diabetic patients with high blood pressure and also used if you have recently had a heart attack (myocardial infarction).

Lisinopril is long-acting angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor. ACE is a peptidyl dipeptidase that catalyzes the conversion of angiotensin I to the vasoconstrictor substance, angiotensin II. Angiotensin II also stimulates aldosterone secretion by the adrenal cortex. The inhibition of ACE results in reducing stress on the heart and relaxes blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

Always take this ANGIOTENSIN 2.5 exactly as directed by your doctor. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. It is not suitable for use in children below 6 years of age. The common side effects are dizziness, headache, cough, diarrhoea and vomiting.

USES OF ANGIOTENSIN 2.5

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Heart failure

HOW ANGIOTENSIN 2.5 WORKS

ANGIOTENSIN 2.5 is long-acting angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor. ACE is a peptidyl dipeptidase that catalyzes the conversion of angiotensin I to the vasoconstrictor substance, angiotensin II which also stimulates aldosterone secretion by the adrenal cortex. It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take ANGIOTENSIN 2.5 exactly as your doctor has told you. Swallow the medicine as a whole, with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew. It can be taken with or without food.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ANGIOTENSIN 2.5

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Diarrhoea:

Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. ORS should be used to prevent dehydration.

Dizziness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

Vomiting:

Drink clear or ice-cold drinks. Eat light, bland foods and avoid fried, greasy, or sweet foods.

Cough:

Drink more fluids and suck hard candies which helps to ease dry cough and soothe an irritated throat.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS