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Enam 20mg Tablet

by Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd
Enalapril (20mg)

₹31

Enam 20mg Tablet

Introduction to Enam 20mg Tablet

Enam 20mg Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It should be taken on an empty stomach. This medicine should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or even if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This is a widely used medicine and is considered safe for long-term use.

Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include decreased blood pressure, cough, increased potassium level in blood, fatigue, weakness, and dizziness. Most of these are temporary and resolve with time. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure and potassium levels in your blood at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.

Safety Advice for Enam 20mg Tablet

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It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Enam 20mg Tablet.

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Enam 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

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Enam 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.<BR>Use of Enam 20mg Tablet immediately after childbirth should be avoided.

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Enam 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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Enam 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Enam 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function test, and potassium levels is recommended while you are taking this medicine.

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Enam 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Enam 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, develop yellowing of the skin and eyes or white stools while taking this medicine.

How Enam 20mg Tablet works

Enam 20mg Tablet is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

How To Use Enam 20mg Tablet

  • Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Enam 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects Of Enam 20mg Tablet

  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Cough
  • Increased potassium level in blood
  • Fatigue
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness

FAQ's on Enam 20mg Tablet

What can happen if I suddenly stop taking Enam?

You should not stop taking Enam without consulting your doctor. Doing this can suddenly increase your blood pressure which may cause a risk of heart attack or stroke. If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor who will prescribe you another medicine.

I am taking ibuprofen for arthritis, is it safe to take Enam along with it?

You should avoid taking ibuprofen and Enam together since there is a risk of kidney damage. Also, this combined usage may reduce the effectiveness of Enam. Consult your doctor for an alternative to ibuprofen.

How long do I need to take Enam?

You may have to take Enam for long time (even for life time), until and unless any serious side effect starts bothering and deters you from taking it. However, do not stop taking it without the advice of your doctor.

Can I take Enam before surgery?

Inform your doctor that you are taking Enam, before surgery, especially when the use of general anesthetic (to put you to sleep) is recommended. This is done because Enam can reduce your blood pressure when it is used with an anesthetic. Hence, your doctor may advise you to stop taking Enam 24 hours before surgery.

Does Enam cause excessive urination? Can it cause kidney damage?

No, Enam does not cause excessive urination (loss of water through urine). The use of Enam may not affect normally functioning kidneys. However, damage to the kidneys may occur when Enam is given with a diuretic (water pill, a medicine that increases the urine output). In such a case, either the diuretic should be discontinued or its dose should be reduced. If you have severe heart failure or your kidneys are already affected then there is a risk of kidney failure. However, timely and appropriate treatment can reverse the damage caused to kidneys.

How long does it take for Enam to start working?

Enam starts reducing blood pressure within few hours. However, it may take few weeks to see full benefits. You may not notice any difference after taking Enam for high blood pressure, it can only be noticed when you get your blood pressure checked. So, keep taking the medicine to feel better. If you are taking Enam for heart failure, it may take few weeks to months before you start feeling better.

Is it safe to take Enam for a long time?

Yes, Enam is generally well tolerated by most people and can be taken for a long term. However, its long-term use can sometimes affect the way your kidneys work. Your doctor may advise you to get regular blood tests done to check whether your kidneys are functioning properly or not.

Is it safe to use Enam along with hydrochlorthiazide?

You have to be careful when taking Enam with hydrochlorothiazide, as it can further decrease your blood pressure. You may also develop symptoms of kidney failure, such as a reduced amount of urine, swelling of your legs, ankles, and feet from retention of water. While some may experience unexplained shortness of breath, excessive drowsiness or fatigue, persistent nausea, confusion, pain or pressure in your chest and seizures (fits). These symptoms usually occur if there is substantial water or salt loss prior to starting Enam. Therefore, if you face any such issues contact your doctor who will either advise you to discontinue hydrochlorothiazide or give a lower dose. The doctor may also advise you Enam in very low doses when used in combination with hydrochlorothiazide.

What is Enam? What is it used for?

Enam belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels, making it easier for the blood to pass through the vessels. As a result of this, the heart does not have to work more to push the blood. Since the workload on the heart is reduced, it helps to lower the blood pressure and thus reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke. It is also used for the treatment and prevention of congestive heart failure.

Can use of Enam affect my liver?

In rare cases, Enam may cause yellowing of skin and eyes, loss of appetite and an increase in liver enzymes. It can also cause considerable damage to the liver and even death. Therefore, if you experience any such symptoms, call your doctor immediately.

Prescription Required

Enam 20mg Tablet

by Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd
Enalapril (20mg)

₹31

Enam 20mg Tablet

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