Vasotec
Vasotec is enalapril in 2.5mg, 5mg and 10mg tablets for hypertension and heart failure, an ACE inhibitor that lowers angiotensin II.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Enalapril
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 2.5 · 5 · 10mg
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- Conditions
- Hypertension · Heart Failure
- Alternative names
- Innovace
- Therapeutic class
- ACE Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- ACE Inhibitor
- Contraindications
- history of angioedema
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor renal function; may cause hypotension
- Minor side effects
- dry cough; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- headache; fatigue
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Manufacturer
- Merck Sharp & Dohme
- Onset Time
- 1 hour
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in cool, dry conditions.
- Drug interactions
- diuretics; lithium
Serious side effects
angioedema, requires immediate medical attention; neutropenia, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Vasotec is enalapril in 2.5mg, 5mg and 10mg tablets for hypertension and heart failure, an ACE inhibitor that lowers angiotensin II.
Mechanism of action
An ACE inhibitor that lowers blood pressure by reducing levels of angiotensin II, a hormone that causes blood vessels to narrow. This allows veins and arteries to relax and widen.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Do not use during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Vasotec contains enalapril, a medicine for hypertension and heart failure. The same active ingredient is also sold as Innovace. It is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 2.5mg, 5mg, and 10mg.
Buying Vasotec online
For expats and people living away from their home pharmacy, generic enalapril offers a far more affordable alternative to the original brand.