Captopril 25

Captopril 25: Description, use and side effects

Captopril 25 is an antihypertensive drug from the group of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is used to treat hypertension, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy, as well as to improve left ventricular function in patients after myocardial infarction and to treat diabetic nephropathy.

The drug is produced by various pharmaceutical companies, including Bios NPF from Russia and E. Denk OHG Pharmaceuticals from Germany. It is available in the form of tablets with a dosage of 25 mg. The active ingredient is captopril.

Captopril is also known under various synonyms, including Alkadil, Angiopril, Angiopril-25, Apo-Capto, Aceten, Blockordil, Vero-Captopril, Gen-Captopril, Capocard, Capoten, Capopharm, Capril, Capto, Captopril, Captopril Hexal, Captopril OF, Captopril Stada International, Captopril-Acos, Captopril-Acri and others.

Captopril 25 effectively lowers blood pressure and improves heart function. However, like any medicine, it has contraindications and side effects.

Contraindications to the use of Captopril 25 include hypersensitivity to the drug, angioedema with previous administration of ACE inhibitors, primary hyperaldosteronism, pregnancy and breastfeeding. There are also restrictions for use in patients with certain conditions, such as leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, aortic stenosis, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, severe renal impairment, renal artery stenosis and others.

Captopril 25 may have various side effects. They may include fatigue, dizziness, headache, central nervous system depression, drowsiness, confusion, depression, ataxia, seizures, visual and olfactory disturbances. Cardiovascular problems such as hypotension, angina, cardiac arrhythmias, and peripheral edema may also occur. Other possible side effects include bronchospasm, shortness of breath, pneumonitis, bronchitis, taste disturbance, oral ulcers, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, liver dysfunction, allergic reactions, angioedema, alopecia, and others.

It is important to note that this information is not exhaustive. Before starting to use Captopril 25, you should consult your doctor and read the instructions for use in order to be aware of all possible side effects and contraindications. If adverse reactions occur, you should immediately seek medical help.

It is important to follow your doctor's recommendations and not exceed the recommended dosage of Captopril 25.