"Monopril" describes the instructions for use as a drug with a vasodilating effect. It is used to treat hypertension and heart failure, but already as an adjuvant.
This synthetic drug, the main active ingredient of which is sodium fosinopril, is available in tablet form. Each tablet contains up to 20 mg of active substance. The drug enters the pharmacy network in cardboard packages, inside of which there are 28 tablets. There are also mini-packages - there are only 10 pieces in them.
Monopril tablets are a fairly powerful medicine, so you can use them for treatment only on the recommendation of a doctor. The use of this medicine has a number of limitations.
Monopril is intended for internal use, the dosage for which is determined by the attending physician. It is advisable to start taking the drug with the lowest dose, which is 1 mg. Then, following the instructions of the doctor, gradually the dosage can be increased. However, taking monopril (instructions for use warns about this), you should carefully monitor that there is no overdose, as a result of which the pressure can greatly decrease, and edema can also appear. In this case, you should stop taking the drug. In case of a serious overdose, it is necessary to rinse the affected stomach and deliver it to the hospital.
Most drugs have contraindications. The Monopril preparation is no exception. The instruction contains information about this.
Contraindications:
- Pregnancy and lactation. From the use of the drug in the last months of pregnancy, the fetus may die.
- Hypersensitivity to any components of the drug.
- Low blood pressure
- Kidney disease.
In chronic diseases, the drug should be used carefully.
Side effects:
The use of the drug can entail arrhythmia and angina pectoris from the side of the cardiovascular system, as well as flushing of the head, anemia and fainting.
From the gastrointestinal tract, one can expect constipation, dry mouth and nausea, as well as loss of appetite and changes in body weight.
The skin can react with various forms of allergies.
From the side of the central nervous system, lethargy, headache and insomnia may appear, as well as a state of general weakness and anxiety. Cases of memory impairment and confusion, ischemic disorders and stroke are frequent.
From other vital systems of the body - urinary, hematopoietic and respiratory - various negative reactions to the use of the drug "Monopril" can also be observed. Instructions for use describe them in detail. Changes in laboratory parameters can also be expected.
In a word, monopril, providing a powerful therapeutic effect, requires strict and regular medical supervision.
Among other things, there are special instructions for the use of Monopril. Instructions for use informs that women of childbearing age taking the drug should take care of reliable contraception.
Working with complex mechanisms and driving vehicles at the beginning of treatment is not recommended, because dizziness is possible (especially if monopril is combined with diuretic drugs).
Storage conditions for the Monopril medicine are standard. Like many other medicines, it should be stored in a dry, dark place. However, care should be taken to ensure that this place is not accessible to children. Room temperature will be optimal for storage. After three years of the valid shelf life of the drug can not be used.