Fabupril 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Ramipril (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Fabupril 5mg Tablet is widely used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure and may even be prescribed after a heart attack. It also lowers the chances of having a heart attack or stroke.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Fabupril 5mg Tablet may be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal. This medicine should preferably be taken at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or even if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel any symptoms but if you stop taking this medicine your condition could get worse. This is a widely used medicine and is considered safe for long-term use. Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, not smoking, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor.
Directions for Use
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. Fabupril 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
The most common side effects of this medicine include feeling dry cough, headache, and fatigue. Most of these are temporary and resolve with time.
Alcohol Warning
Fabupril 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Fabupril 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Fabupril 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Allopurinol Amiloride Azathioprine Bemiparin
How it works
Fabupril 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.
Quick Tips
Fabupril 5mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy for the first few days, so rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. You can also prefer taking it at bedtime to avoid dizziness throughout the day. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
I have been diagnosed with heart failure and the doctor has prescribed me Fabupril 5mg Tablet. Why?
Fabupril 5mg Tablet belongs to the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor group of drugs. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels, making it easier for blood to pass through them. As a result, the heart doesn't have to work harder to push blood. Since the workload on the heart is reduced, it is beneficial in heart failure. Additionally, it is also used to lower blood pressure and prevent stroke.
Can Fabupril 5mg Tablet increase potassium levels? If yes, what should be done?
Fabupril 5mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood, especially if you have uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, kidney problems, and dehydration. Potassium levels may also increase in patients using potassium salts or medicines which increase potassium levels, or who are aged more than 70 years of age. If you have any of these conditions and are using Fabupril 5mg Tablet, you need to be careful and get regular blood tests done to monitor potassium levels.
When can I expect my blood pressure to be normal after starting Fabupril 5mg Tablet?
Fabupril 5mg Tablet takes a few hours to reduce high blood pressure, but since there are no symptoms, you won't notice any difference. It takes a few weeks for the blood pressure to get fully controlled. Do not stop taking the medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel better or your blood pressure is normalized.
Ever since I started taking Fabupril 5mg Tablet, I noticed that I have developed a dry cough which is very irritating and is not relieved by any medicine. Why is it?
Fabupril 5mg Tablet commonly causes a dry cough which can be persistent and is not relieved by any medicine. Talk to your doctor if it bothers you or you have trouble sleeping, as another medication may be better. Even if you stop taking Fabupril 5mg Tablet, the cough may take a few days to a month to go away.
I accidentally took a 25 mg Fabupril 5mg Tablet tablet instead of one 5 mg. Will it have any harmful effects?
Yes, you may feel lightheaded, dizzy, your pulse may become slow, and you may even faint. You should seek help from a relative or friend for an emergency or contact immediate medical support.
Will there be any problem if I am taking Fabupril 5mg Tablet and I have surgery scheduled in a week?
Inform your doctor that you are taking Fabupril 5mg Tablet. Fabupril 5mg Tablet can reduce blood pressure when used with general anesthesia. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking it 24 hours before surgery.
Can Fabupril 5mg Tablet affect my fertility?
There is no evidence that Fabupril 5mg Tablet has any effect on fertility in men or women. However, if you are planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor first because Fabupril 5mg Tablet isn't recommended during pregnancy.
I have diabetes. Does Fabupril 5mg Tablet have any effect on blood sugar levels?
Yes, Fabupril 5mg Tablet may have some effects on antidiabetic medications and insulin, and it might lower your blood sugar levels.
Is it safe to take Fabupril 5mg Tablet for a long time?
Yes, Fabupril 5mg Tablet is safe and works best if taken for a long time. However, taking Fabupril 5mg Tablet for a prolonged period can sometimes affect the functioning of your kidneys. To keep track of this, your doctor will get regular blood tests done to check how well your kidneys are working.
