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Vasotec (Enalapril)
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Vasotec
| Field | Information |
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| Medication Name | Vasotec |
| Generic Name | Enalapril |
| Boxed/Label Warning | Pregnancy Category D (Use in pregnancy can cause injury and even death to the developing fetus) |
| Purpose | Treats high blood pressure and heart failure |
| Mechanism of Action | ACE inhibitor; blocks the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, resulting in vasodilation and reduced aldosterone secretion. |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets |
| Available Strengths | 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Once or twice daily, as prescribed by a healthcare provider |
| Common Side Effects | Dizziness, headache, fatigue, dry cough |
| Serious Side Effects | Severe allergic reaction, swelling of the face/tongue/throat, kidney problems, high potassium levels, low blood pressure |
| Drug Interactions | Other antihypertensives, diuretics, potassium supplements, NSAIDs, lithium |
| Important Notes | Monitor blood pressure regularly. May cause dizziness, especially when starting the medication. Avoid alcohol. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light. |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Lisinopril, Benazepril, Ramipril, Losartan, Valsartan |
Vasotec Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Lisinopril | ACE inhibitor | Similar mechanism of action to enalapril. |
| Benazepril | ACE inhibitor | Another alternative within the ACE inhibitor class. |
| Ramipril | ACE inhibitor | Also used for hypertension and heart failure. |
| Losartan | Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) | Works by blocking angiotensin II receptors instead of inhibiting ACE. |
| Valsartan | Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) | Another ARB alternative. |
Vasotec Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Dizziness | Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) |
| Headache | Swelling of the face, tongue, or throat (angioedema) |
| Fatigue | Kidney problems |
| Dry cough | High potassium levels (hyperkalemia) |
| Low blood pressure | Low white blood cell count (neutropenia) |
Vasotec Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Hypertension | 2.5 mg to 5 mg daily | 10 mg to 40 mg daily in one or two divided doses | Adjust dose based on blood pressure response. |
| Heart Failure | 2.5 mg once or twice daily | 5 mg to 20 mg twice daily | Monitor closely during initial dose adjustments. |
| Left Ventricular Dysfunction after Heart Attack | 2.5 mg twice daily | 20 mg daily in two divided doses | Initiate therapy as soon as possible after a heart attack. |
Vasotec Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
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| With Insurance | $25 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $1025 |
| From Canada | $45 |
