Captopril-Biosintez

Captopril-Biosynthesis: description, application and side effects

Captopril-Biosynthesis is one of the antihypertensive drugs classified as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. This drug is made in Russia, produced by the Biosynthesis company and has the international name Captopril.

The drug is available in the form of tablets containing the active ingredient - captopril in a dosage of 25 mg. Captopril-Biosynthesis is used for the treatment of arterial hypertension, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy, left ventricular dysfunction in stable condition in patients after myocardial infarction and diabetic nephropathy due to type 1 diabetes mellitus.

However, like any other drug, Captopril-Biosynthesis has its contraindications and limitations for use. These factors may include hypersensitivity to the drug, a history of angioedema with previous use of ACE inhibitors, hereditary or idiopathic angioedema, primary hyperaldosteronism, pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is also necessary to evaluate the risk-benefit ratio in the presence of leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, aortic stenosis or other obstructive changes that impede the outflow of blood from the heart, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy with low cardiac output, severe renal impairment, bilateral renal artery stenosis or stenosis of the artery of a single kidney, the presence of a transplanted kidneys, hyperkalemia and childhood.

When using Captopril-Biosynthesis, unwanted side effects may occur. These may include fatigue, dizziness, headache, central nervous system depression, drowsiness, confusion, depression, ataxia, convulsions, numbness or tingling in the extremities, visual and/or smell disturbances. Hypotension, including orthostatic, angina pectoris, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrhythmias, palpitations, acute cerebrovascular accident, peripheral edema, lymphadenopathy, anemia, chest pain, pulmonary embolism, neutropenia or agranulocytosis, increased blood creatinine levels may also occur. , liver dysfunction, etc.

If any side effects occur, you should immediately consult a doctor and stop taking the drug. It is also not recommended to change the dosage of Captopril-Biosynthesis on your own or stop taking it without first consulting your doctor.

In general, Captopril-Biosynthesis is an effective medicine for the treatment of arterial hypertension and other diseases of the cardiovascular system. However, before using it, it is necessary to evaluate the risk-benefit ratio, follow the doctor's recommendations and be attentive to possible side effects.