Minipril 5 Tablet Information

Minipril 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Minipril 5 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Minipril 5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Minipril 5 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Minipril 5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Minipril 5 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Minipril 5 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Minipril 5 Tablet related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) must refrain from the use of Minipril 5 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Minipril 5 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Minipril 5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Minipril 5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Minipril Benefits & Uses
Minipril Dosage & How to Take
Minipril Side Effects
Minipril Related Warnings
Minipril Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Minipril
Minipril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Minipril 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Minipril 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Minipril 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

Minipril 5 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Minipril 5 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Decreased blood pressure
Increased Potassium level in Blood

Mild

Cough
Fatigue
Weakness
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Headache
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Nausea or vomiting
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Minipril 5 Tablet Related Warnings

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

Minipril should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

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

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

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

Minipril rarely harms the kidneys.

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

Minipril is rarely harmful for the liver.

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

Very few cases of side effects of Minipril on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Minipril 5 Tablet Contraindications

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

Angioedema
Allergy
Jaundice
Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Minipril 5 Tablet

Is this Minipril 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Minipril 5 Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Minipril 5 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Minipril 5 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Minipril 5 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Minipril 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Minipril 5 Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Minipril 5 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Minipril 5 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Minipril 5 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown