Acebitor 5mg Tablet

Here you'll find essential details about Acebitor 5mg Tablet, a Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd product containing the salt combination Lisinopril (5mg). Key uses of this medication include Hypertension (high blood pressure),Prevention of heart attack and stroke,Heart Failure. Take a moment to explore the specific information provided in the 'Detail' section and utilize the wishlist and compare features for a better understanding.

MRP: ₹ 35.6
Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Lisinopril (5mg)
Brand: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Uses: Hypertension (high blood pressure),Prevention of heart attack and stroke,Heart Failure

Description

Acebitor 5mg Tablet is widely used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure
It may also be prescribed after a heart attack
Additionally, it also lowers the chances of having a heart attack or stroke
Acebitor 5mg Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines
It may be taken with or without food but try taking it at about the same time each day
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 ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse
This medicine 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, smoking cessation, 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 decreased blood pressure, headache, diaerrhea, vomiting, cough, increased potassium level, fatigue, weakness, and dizziness
Most of these are temporary and resolve with time
Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away.
Before 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.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Acebitor 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acebitor 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Acebitor 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acebitor 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Acebitor 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Acebitor 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Acebitor 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Acebitor 5mg Tablet.
Drug Action:	Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors
Therapeutic class:	CARDIAC
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Dipeptides

Uses of Acebitor 5mg Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure) Prevention of heart attack and stroke Heart Failure

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Acebitor 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

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