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Ramicard, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Ramicard have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ramicard. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Ramicard are Confusion. While these are the most often observed Ramicard side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ramicard are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Ramicard's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ramicard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ramicard is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Angioedema, Heart Failure, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Ramicard have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ramicard may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ramicard is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ramicard is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ramicard is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ramicard safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ramicard. If you are pregnant, do not take Ramicard without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ramicard safe during breastfeeding?
Ramicard has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ramicard on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ramicard on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ramicard on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ramicard on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ramicard on the Heart?
Ramicard may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ramicard 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 Ramicard unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ramicard habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ramicard.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ramicard, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ramicard can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ramicard is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ramicard in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ramicard
When consumed with certain foods, Ramicard may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ramicard
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ramicard and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, use of Ramicard does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Ramicard 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.
Discontinuation of Ramicard on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Take Ramicard as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Ramicard can be taken with viagra. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects after taking these two medicines together, please inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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