Cardace 1.25 Tablet

Cardace 1.25 Tablet contains Ramipril 1.25 mg. Prescription required.

Treatment of high blood pressure, heart failure (as prescribed), reducing risk of heart attack/stroke in high-risk patients, and kidney protection in certain patients with diabetes/proteinuria.

Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor that reduces formation of angiotensin II and decreases aldosterone. This relaxes blood vessels, lowers blood pressure and reduces strain on the heart.

Take once daily or as prescribed, at the same time each day, with or without food. Swallow with water. Monitor blood pressure and kidney function as advised; do not stop abruptly without medical advice.

Dry cough, dizziness, low blood pressure, headache, fatigue, increased potassium, increased creatinine

Contraindicated in pregnancy (can harm fetus). Risk of angioedema (face/lip/tongue swelling) — seek emergency care. Monitor kidney function and potassium, especially in elderly, dehydration, renal artery stenosis. Use caution with low salt diets and diuretics (first-dose hypotension).

Potassium supplements/salt substitutes, potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone), NSAIDs (reduced effect/kidney risk), lithium (toxicity), diuretics (hypotension), ARBs/aliskiren (renal risk/hyperkalemia), sacubitril/valsartan (angioedema risk; washout needed)

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protect from moisture and light, keep in original blister.

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