Enapril 5 Tablet Information

Enapril 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Enapril 5 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Enapril 5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Enapril 5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Enapril 5 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Enapril 5 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Enapril 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Enapril 5 Tablet related warnings section.

Enapril 5 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Angioedema, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Enapril 5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Enapril 5 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Enapril 5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Enapril Benefits & Uses
Enapril Dosage & How to Take
Enapril Side Effects
Enapril Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Enapril with Other Drugs
Enapril Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Enapril
Enapril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Enapril 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Enapril 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Enapril 5 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.08 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.08 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Enapril 5 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Enapril 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Enapril Tablet shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Enapril 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Enapril Tablet may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Enapril 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Enapril Tablet rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Enapril 5 Tablet on the Liver?

Enapril Tablet has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Enapril 5 Tablet on the Heart?

Enapril Tablet is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Enapril 5 Tablet with Other Drugs

Enapril 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aliskiren

Amiloride

Telmisartan

Moderate

Paracetamol,Codeine

Aspirin

Ibuprofen

Enapril 5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Enapril 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angioedema
Allergy
Jaundice
Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Enapril 5 Tablet

Is this Enapril 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Enapril 5 Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Enapril 5 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Enapril 5 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Enapril 5 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Enapril 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Enapril 5 Tablet

Taking Enapril 5 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Enapril 5 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Enapril 5 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown