Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

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Generic Name : Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide

Pronunciation : e nal' a pril - hye droe klor oh thye' a zide

ICD Code : Y52.5 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Hypertensives

Brand Names or Trade Names of Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide

India :

Enace-D Tab, Enam-D Tab, Enapril-Ht Tab, Enapril-Ld Tab, Enaretic Tab , Envas-H Tab , Enzide Tab, Invozide Tab , Normace-D Tab, Vasonorm-H Tab , Viviril-D Tab.

International :

Vaseretic

Why is Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor and thiazide diuretic combination, prescribed for high blood pressure.

When should Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with anuria, angioedema and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide?

Adult: PO- HTN; CHF- Per tab contains enalapril maleate 10 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg: ½-1 tab/day.

How should Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, parathyroid, liver or kidney disease, lupus, sugar, any allergy, asthma, gout, angioedema, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• It may cause diarrhea or vomiting which leads to dehydration, drink enough fluid to avoid this problem.

• It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid exposure to sunlight; otherwise it may cause sunburn.

♦Patient may develop with increased risk of Dual Blockade of the Renin-Angiotensin System (RAS).

What are the side effects of Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide?

Most frequent - Dizziness, headache, fatigue, muscle cramps, weakness, impotence, diarrhea and increased cough.
Body As A Whole - Fainting, chest pain and abdominal pain.
Heart - Low blood pressure, palpitation and fast heart rate.
Gastrointestinal - Vomiting, indigestion, constipation, flatulence and dry mouth.
Central Nervous System - Sleeplessness, nervousness, tingling, drowsiness and unsteadiness.
Skin - Itching and rash.
Miscellaneous - Difficulty in breathing, gout, back pain, joint pain, increased sweating, decreased sexual activity, ringing in the ear and urinary tract infection.