EL 5mg Tablet

Short Description

EL 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is widely used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure and may be prescribed after a heart attack.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

EL 5mg Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It should be taken on an empty stomach. This medicine should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or even if your blood pressure is controlled.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. EL 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

EL 5mg Tablet is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessels so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

It should be taken with or without food preferably at the same time each day EL 5mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy for the first few days, so rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down Let your doctor know about any cough or throat irritation that does not go away It may increase the level of potassium in blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding