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Rampic 5mg Tablet is a product of Alpic Biotech Ltd
Composition: Ramipril (5mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Rampic 5mg Tablet

Description:

Rampic 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.

Rampic 5mg Tablet may be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. 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.


The most common side effects of this medicine include feeling dry cough, headache, and fatigue. Most of these are temporary and resolve with time. Communicate to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away.


Earlier taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and potassium levels in your blood at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.

Uses:

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. Rampic 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Rampic

  • Dry cough
  • Headache
  • Chubbyigue
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rampic 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Rampic 5mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rampic 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CAUTION
Rampic 5mg Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to changes in blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Rampic 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Rampic 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

FAQs:

I have been diagnosed with heart failure and the doctor has prescribed me Rampic 5mg Tablet. Why?

Rampic 5mg Tablet belongs to the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor group of drugs. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels, making it easier for the blood to pass through the vessels. As a result of this, the heart does not have to work more to push the blood. Since the workload on the heart is reduced, it is beneficial in heart failure. Increaseitionally, it is also used to lower blood pressure and prevent stroke.

When can I expect my blood pressure to be normal after starting Rampic 5mg Tablet?

Rampic 5mg Tablet takes a few hours to reduce high blood pressure but since there are no symptoms, you will not notice any difference. It takes a few weeks for the blood pressure to get fully controlled. Do not stop taking the medicine. Retain taking it even if you feel better or if your blood pressure is normalized.

Can Rampic 5mg Tablet increase potassium levels? If yes, what should be done?

Rampic 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 are aged more than 70 years of age. If you have any of these conditions and are using Rampic 5mg Tablet, you need to be careful and get regular blood tests done to monitor potassium levels.

Ever since I started taking Rampic 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?

Rampic 5mg Tablet commonly is responsible for dry cough which can be persistent and is not relieved by any medicine. Communicate to your doctor if it bothers you or you have trouble sleeping, as another medicine may be better. Even if you stop taking Rampic 5mg Tablet, the cough may take a few days to a month to go away.

I accidentally took a 25 mg Rampic 5mg Tablet tablet instead of one 5 mg. Will it have any harmful effects?

Affirmative, you may feel lightheaded, dizzy, your pulse may become slow and you may even faint. You should take the help of a relative or friend for an emergency or seek immediate medical support.

I have diabetes. Does Rampic 5mg Tablet have any effect on blood sugar levels?

Affirmative, Rampic 5mg Tablet may have some effect on antidiabetic medicines and insulin and may lower your blood sugar levels. Therefore, you need to check your blood sugar levels regularly.

I have been using Rampic 5mg Tablet for blood pressure for some time, but now I have noticed that I often have a sore throat along with fever. I want to stop Rampic 5mg Tablet and see if this goes, can I stop Rampic 5mg Tablet?

No, you should not stop Rampic 5mg Tablet suddenly as this may cause a sudden increase in your blood pressure which may be harmful to you. In addition to this, Rampic 5mg Tablet can very rarely decrease your white blood cell count which is important to fight infections in your body. Consult your doctor and get a blood test done. If your white cell count is decreased, it could be due to Rampic 5mg Tablet. Ask your doctor for alternative medicine for blood pressure. You can continue taking Rampic 5mg Tablet if your investigations are normal.

Is it safe to take Rampic 5mg Tablet for a long time?

Affirmative, Rampic 5mg Tablet is safe and works best if taken for a long time. But, taking Rampic 5mg Tablet for a long time can sometimes affect the working of your kidneys. To keep track of this, your doctor will get regular blood tests done and check how well your kidneys are working.

Can Rampic 5mg Tablet affect my fertility?

There is no evidence that Rampic 5mg Tablet has any effect on fertility in both men and women. However, if you are planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor first because Rampic 5mg Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy.

Will there be any problem if I am taking Rampic 5mg Tablet and I have surgery scheduled in a week?

Inform your doctor that you are taking Rampic 5mg Tablet. Rampic 5mg Tablet can reduce your blood pressure when it is used with a general anesthetic. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking it 24 hours before surgery.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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