Coversyl 4 mg 10 Tablets

Prescription status:

Prescription required

Manufacturer Name: 

Serdia Pharmaceuticals (India) Pvt Ltd

Drug classification: 

Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitors.

What is this used for:

• Treat high blood pressure (Hypertension)
• Cardiovascular diseases 

When to not take this medicine:

• Hypersensitivity or allergy toward this medicine or ingredients present along with it
• Heart failure
• Liver diseases
• Kidney Diseases
• Unstable or Low blood pressure (Hypotension)
• Diabetes Mellitus

How should i take the medicine:

Take this medicine with an adequate amount of water as directed by the physician. Do not take this medicine in small or larger amounts than recommended.

How this medicine works:

It works by decreasing certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently

Side effects

• Abdominal pain (less common)
• Diarrhea (common)
• Dizziness (less common)
• Fatigue (less common)
• Headache (common)
• Loss of appetite (less common)
• Nausea and vomiting (less common)
• Chest pain (rare)
• Fainting (rare)
• Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet (rare)
• Rash (rare)
• Sore or swollen throat (less common)

Pregnancy warning: Category D

Drugs which have caused, are suspected to have caused or may be expected to cause an increased incidence of human fetal malformations or irreversible damage. These drugs may also have adverse pharmacological effects. Accompanying texts should be consulted for further details.

Lactation warning:

Use of this medicine is not recommended for lactating and breastfeeding mothers unless absolutely necessary. Inform your doctor about the use of this medicine. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Renal dose adjustments:

Care must be taken for individuals with kidney disease while taking this medicine. Please discuss appropriate dose adjustments with your doctor. Your doctor may also prescribe a suitable alternative on the basis of creatinine clearance values.

Hepatic dose adjustments:

Care must be taken for individuals with liver disease while taking this medicine. Please discuss appropriate dose adjustments with your doctor. Your doctor may also prescribe a suitable alternative.

Drug interactions:

• Acetylsalicylic Acid - Moderate

Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. The use of these medicines are contraindicated since they may give serious adverse reactions which may lead to coma or death. Suitable alternatives may be considered based on the condition of the patient.

• Ibuprofen - Moderate

Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. When these medicines are taken or used together, may affect your kidney function, especially when they are used together frequently or chronicallyIf you experience any signs and symptoms like  nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, then inform the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.

•  Amlodipine - Minor

Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. The use of these medicines are contraindicated since they may give serious adverse reactions which may lead to coma or death. Suitable alternatives may be considered based on the condition of the patient.

• Diphenhydramine - Moderate

Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. When these medicines are taken or used together, may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. If you experience any signs and symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.then inform the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.

• Sildenafil - Moderate

Inform your doctor about the use of either medicines. When these medicines are taken or used together may add to the blood pressure-lowering effect of enalapril . If you experience any signs and symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, flushing, headache, or a rapid pulse or heart rate then inform the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments may be done, or suitable alternate medicine may be considered based on the condition.

Alcohol interactions:

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving/taking this medicine as it may cause interactions and lead to serious adverse effects and may worsen the health condition.

Food interactions: N/A.

Expert Advice:

1. Food instruction: You may take this medicine with or without food
2. Report any side effects like nausea, vomiting, etc.experienced immediately to the doctor.
3. Don't drive a car, ride a bike, or use tools or machines until you know the effects of the medicine on you.
4. Do not use salt substitutes.

Missed dose instructions:

Take this medicine as soon as you remember. However if it is almost the for your next dose skip the dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Over dose Instructions:

Seek emergency treatment or contact your physician in case if you experience any unusual signs and symptoms during the treatment with this medicine.

Storage Instructions:

• Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. 
• Keep away from children
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
• Do not freeze. 
• Discard medicine not used within 60 days.

References:

1. Perindopril: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2020 [cited 9 November 2020]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a602017.html

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