Side effects
In general it can be said that ramipril is a well researched and well tolerated drug. Nevertheless, among the known side effects is the so-called angioneurotic edema. This can be caused by ramipril in rare cases and must be reported to a doctor immediately.
The most common reason for switching to other medications such as AT1 receptor blockers is a harmless but extremely unpleasant irritable cough, typical of ACE inhibitors. Headaches and dizziness may occur at the beginning of treatment due to the lower blood pressure to which the body has to get used to. In addition, the electrolyte balance is affected so that the potassium levels can rise. These should be checked to prevent serious side effects such as cardiac arrhythmia.
Interactions with other drugs
Unwanted effects in the treatment with ramipril may occur when combined with other medications taken. Caution is advised when taking diuretic diuretics and other blood pressure-lowering drugs such as calcium channel blockers, which increase the blood pressure-lowering effect. Some medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen may decrease the effect of ramipril. However, the prescribing physician adjusts the doses of the other drugs and checks certain blood levels at regular intervals to prevent unwanted interactions.
Dosage form
Ramipril is prescribed in the form of tablets or capsules with an active ingredient amount of 1.25mg to 10mg per tablet. The dosage depends on many factors and must be individually adjusted by the doctor. The optimally adjusted patient usually only needs to take one tablet a day.
