• Enalapril belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. (rxwiki.com)
  • Other ACE inhibitors include enalapril ( Vasotec ), quinapril ( Accupril ), captopril ( Capoten ), fosinopril ( Monopril ), ramipril ( Altace ), moexipril ( Univasc ) and trandolapril ( Mavik ). (medicinenet.com)
  • Hypersensitivity to enalapril and other ACE inhibitors. (bestpharmbuy.com)
  • ACE inhibitors like enalapril can irritate the throat and trigger a dry, hacking cough in some dogs. (infocares.org)
  • Enalapril is in a class of medications called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Vasotec (enalapril maleate) is an ACE ( angiotensin converting enzyme ) inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure ( hypertension ), congestive heart failure , kidney problems caused by diabetes , and to improve survival after a heart attack . (rxlist.com)
  • Our Vasotec (enalapril maleate) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication. (rxlist.com)
  • Vasotec (enalapril) is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure in adults and children at least 1 month old. (drugs.com)
  • You should not use Vasotec if you are allergic to enalapril or to any other ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme) inhibitor such as benazepril , captopril , fosinopril , trandolapril , lisinopril , moexipril , perindopril , quinapril , or ramipril . (drugs.com)
  • To evaluate the influence of the angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitor enalapril (2.5 to 40 mg per day) on the prognosis of severe congestive heart failure (New York Heart Association [NYHA] functional class IV), we randomly assigned 253 patients in a double-blind study to receive either placebo (n = 126) or enalapril (n = 127). (nih.gov)
  • Enalapril maleate is the maleate salt of enalapril, the ethyl ester of a long-acting angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor, enalaprilat. (nih.gov)
  • Enalapril, after hydrolysis to enalaprilat, inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in human subjects and animals. (nih.gov)
  • Enalapril maleate is supplied as 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg tablets for oral administration. (nih.gov)
  • STENDRA, for oral administration, is supplied as oval, pale yellow tablets containing 50 mg, 100 mg, or 200 mg avanafil debossed with dosage strengths. (rxlist.com)
  • Enalapril Maleate/Hydrochlorothiazide Taj Pharma is supplied as round, fluted, yellow tablets with 'MSD 718' on one side and scored on the other. (tajgenerics.com)
  • If necessary, the dosage may be increased to two tablets, taken once daily. (tajgenerics.com)
  • The daily dosage should not exceed four tablets of Enaplus HCT 5/12.5 or two tablets of Enaplus HCT 10/25. (stellapharm.com)
  • or any of the ingredients in enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide tablets. (medlineplus.gov)
  • After the initial dose of enalapril was reduced to 2.5 mg daily in high-risk patients, this side effect was less frequent. (nih.gov)
  • Peak serum concentrations of enalaprilat occur three to four hours after an oral dose of enalapril maleate. (nih.gov)
  • Enalapril Maleate/Hydrochlorothiazide Taj Pharma is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate hypertension in patients who have been stabilised on the individual components given in the same proportions. (tajgenerics.com)
  • In addition to the active ingredient enalapril maleate, each tablet contains the following inactive ingredients: hypromellose, anhydrous lactose, corn starch, stearic acid and talc. (nih.gov)
  • In addition to the active ingredient enalapril maleate, each tablet contains the following inactive ingredients: lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, pregelatinized starch and sodium bicarbonate. (nih.gov)
  • This is not a complete list of enalapril drug interactions. (rxwiki.com)
  • Many interactions, however, may be dealt with by a dosage adjustment or a change in medication schedule. (familiprix.com)
  • Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ]. (globalrph.com)
  • For OA, the dosage is 1200 mg (two 600 mg caplets) given orally once a day [see Individualization Of Dosage ]. (globalrph.com)
  • For JRA, in patients 6 to 16 years of age, the recommended dosage given orally once per day should be based on body weight of the patient as given in Table 1 [see Individualization Of Dosage ]. (globalrph.com)
  • Serious side effects have been reported with enalapril. (rxwiki.com)
  • This is not a complete list of enalapril side effects. (rxwiki.com)
  • Moreover, after dosing with dosage forms with modified active ingredient release, it is possible for side effects to be reduced through smoothing of the plasma level time curve. (justia.com)
  • While enalapril can have significant benefits, it may cause side effects like low blood pressure, kidney problems or electrolyte imbalances in some dogs. (infocares.org)
  • Enalapril can cause some side effects in dogs, though they are usually minor. (infocares.org)
  • In hypertensive patients treated with enalapril alone for up to 48 weeks, mean increases in serum potassium of approximately 0.2 mEq/L were observed. (nih.gov)
  • Although enalapril was antihypertensive in all races studied, black hypertensive patients (usually a low-renin hypertensive population) had a smaller average response to enalapril monotherapy than non-black patients. (nih.gov)
  • This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. (myupchar.com)
  • The usual dosage is one tablet, taken once daily. (tajgenerics.com)
  • We conclude that the addition of enalapril to conventional therapy in patients with severe congestive heart failure can reduce mortality and improve symptoms. (nih.gov)
  • Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. (myupchar.com)
  • Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history. (myupchar.com)
  • The desired reduction in dosing frequency, for example from administration twice a day to once a day, can be achieved by prolonging the therapeutically effective plasma levels through modified release of active ingredients from dosage forms. (justia.com)
  • In osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, the dosage should be individualized to the lowest effective dose of DAYPRO to minimize adverse effects. (globalrph.com)
  • Enalapril works by decreasing certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently. (drugs.com)
  • By reducing it, enalapril helps blood vessels relax and open up, making it easier for the heart to pump blood and lowering your dog's blood pressure. (infocares.org)
  • By blocking enzymes that cause blood vessels to constrict, enalapril relaxes and expands blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood through the body. (infocares.org)
  • Enalapril works by widening blood vessels to improve blood flow, which can sometimes lower blood pressure too much. (infocares.org)
  • Enalapril maleate is chemically described as (S)-1-[ N -[1-(ethoxycarbonyl)-3-phenylpropyl]-L-alanyl]-L-proline, ( Z )-2-butenedioate salt (1:1). (nih.gov)
  • When pregnancy is detected, discontinue enalapril maleate as soon as possible. (nih.gov)
  • If you have a hard time getting your patients to take their medications in the dosage forms you've prescribed, try one of Wedgewood Pharmacy's unique dosage forms that may help increase compliance. (wedgewoodpharmacy.com)
  • Dosages of prescription medications may need to be lowered or altered in some other way when taken along with hawthorn. (mountainmausremedies.com)
  • Nonetheless hawthorn may enhance or inhibit the effects of these medications, requiring an adjustment in your current dosage. (mountainmausremedies.com)
  • Animal studies in dogs show that enalapril does not cross the blood-brain barrier and is found in the brain at very low concentrations. (statpearls.com)
  • The typical dosage for dogs is 0.25 to 0.5 mg per pound once or twice daily. (infocares.org)
  • Enalapril can help manage heart disease in dogs by reducing blood pressure and improving heart function. (infocares.org)
  • Some dogs experience a decreased appetite when first beginning enalapril treatment. (infocares.org)
  • While rare, enalapril can potentially lead to kidney damage or failure in some dogs. (infocares.org)
  • With regular vet checkups and monitoring, enalapril can be a very safe and effective treatment for dogs with heart or kidney disease. (infocares.org)