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Accupril tablet 20 mg 28’s
Accupril tablet contains Quinapril | belongs to ACE inhibitor
Alternate brands of Accupril tablet 20 mg 28’s
Brand Name | Price | Savings |
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Makupril tablet 20 mg 3×10’s | ₨ 450.00 | You can save 252.91 |
Makupril tablet 10 mg 3×10’s | ₨ 250.00 | You can save 452.91 |
Makupril tablet 5 mg 3×10’s | ₨ 180.00 | You can save 522.91 |
Accupril tablet 5 mg 28’s | ₨ 245.71 | You can save 457.2 |
Accupril tablet 10 mg 28’s | ₨ 351.44 | You can save 351.47 |
How it works
Accupril tablet 20 mg 28’s works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Accupril tablet 20 mg 28’s
- Abdominal pain severe
- Blurred vision severe
- Chest pain severe
- Confusion severe
- Diarrhea severe
- Dizziness severe
- Sweating severe
- Nausea severe
- Headache
Uses of Accupril tablet 20 mg 28’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Hypertension
This medicine is used to reduce high blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.
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Congestive Heart Failure
This medicine is used in the treatment of congestive heart failure which is a type of heart disease characterized by shortness of breath, weakness, fatigue, and swelling of ankles and feet.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is 1 hour.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is 24 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Accupril tablet 20 mg 28’s .
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Angioedema
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors induced angioedema or hereditary angioedema due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Bilateral renal artery stenosis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of bilateral renal artery stenosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Hypotension
This medicine may cause hypotension, especially when used in combination with other high blood pressure medicines. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments should be done based on the clinical condition.
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Hyperkalemia
This medicine may significantly increase the potassium levels in the blood. This may cause serious adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Renal impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of renal impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments and close monitoring of kidney function are recommended for such patients.
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Aortic stenosis
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of aortic stenosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Allopurinol severe
- Losartan severe
- Aliskiren severe
- Spironolactone severe
- Candesartan severe
- Sacubitril severe
- Valsartan severe
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with bone marrow suppression due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of complete blood count is necessary for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
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It is recommended to avoid a high potassium diet during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Your doctor/dietitian will suggest an appropriate diet for you to avoid high intake of potassium.
General Instructions
Take this medicine with or without food at the same time every day. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- webmd.com - Quinapril q [Internet]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-6254/quinapril-oral/details [cited 20/7/2020].
what are the adverse effects of Accupril tablet 20 mg 28’s?
Headache, dizziness, rhinitis, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, fatigue, nausea. Dyspepsia, myalgia, chest pain, abdominal pain. Angioedema (discontinue immediately). Hypotension, hyperkalaemia, paraesthesia, rhinitis, GI upset, insomnia, dyspnoea, back pain, asthaenia, pharyngitis, raised blood creatinine and urea. Reports of hepatic failure (discontinue), neutropenia, agranulocytosis.
What happens if I miss a dose of Accupril tablet 20 mg 28’s?
Adults: Initially 2.5 mg. Usual maintenance 10-20 mg daily in divided doses. Initiate therapy in hospital; reduce dose of diuretic before initiating therapy. Elderly: Initially 2.5 mg once daily. Children: Not recommended.
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