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Elram, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Elram have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Elram. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Elram include Confusion. Some other side effects of Elram have been listed ahead. These side effects of Elram are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Elram is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Elram's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Elram related warnings section.
Elram is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Heart Failure, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Elram contraindications section.
Additionally, Elram may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Elram is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Elram is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Elram safe for pregnant women?
Elram shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Elram safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Elram as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Elram on the Kidneys?
Elram is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Elram on the Liver?
Elram is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Elram on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Elram on the heart have been reported.
Elram should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elram unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elram habit forming or addictive?
Elram is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Elram
Elram may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elram
Consuming Elram with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Elram is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Elram is the brand name of ramipril. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called ACE inhibitors (Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors). It is available in the form of a tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure ( high BP), reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke, and heart failure. It is also used to treat people with diabetes who have developed kidney problems.
Ideally, Elram should be taken by mouth once or twice daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, kidney disease, lupus, and scleroderma.
No, you can not take Elram with ibuprofen, as it may reduce the effect of Elram. You are advised to consult with your doctor before taking these drugs in combination.
Discontinuation of Elram on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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