Malepril-H Tablet

Malepril-H Tablet belongs to a class of medication called 'anti-hypertensive' primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high that it causes health problems, such as heart disease.

Malepril-H Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Enalapril (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor) and Hydrochlorothiazide (diuretic). Enalapril belongs to the class angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors that work by blocking an angiotensin-converting enzyme which decreases the production of angiotensin II in the body that causes constriction and narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby, it widens and relaxes blood vessels. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to diuretics (water tablets) that work by increasing the removal of excess water and certain salts such as sodium and potassium from the blood. This removal of water from blood reduces the fluid volume circulating through blood vessels. Thus, together they lower high blood pressure.

Take Malepril-H Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, weakness, blurred vision, nausea, headache, orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when standing up from sitting or lying position), high cholesterol or uric acid levels, electrolyte imbalance, diarrhoea, chest pain, fast heartbeat, changes in taste or stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Malepril-H Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Malepril-H Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women, especially in second and third trimesters as it may cause serious harm to the baby. Therefore, pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Malepril-H Tablet. Avoid potassium supplements with Malepril-H Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood. If you have asthma, diabetes, low blood pressure, difficulty in urination, gout, blood disorders, systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disease), scleroderma (hardening and tightening of skin), cerebrovascular disease (a condition affecting blood flow to the brain), have a history of angioedema (swelling under the skin) or skin cancer, kidney, liver or heart problems inform your doctor before taking Malepril-H Tablet.

Malepril-H Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Enalapril and Hydrochlorothiazide. Enalapril belongs to the class angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors that work by blocking an angiotensin-converting enzyme which decreases the production of angiotensin II in the body causes constriction and narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby, it widens and relaxes blood vessels. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic (water tablet) that increases the removal of excess water and certain salts such as sodium and potassium from the blood. This removal of water from blood reduces the fluid volume circulating through blood vessels. Thus, together they lower high blood pressure.

If you are known to be allergic to Malepril-H Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Malepril-H Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women, especially in second and third trimesters as it may cause serious harm to the baby. Therefore, pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Malepril-H Tablet. It is advised to complete the full course of medication and do not suddenly stop taking Malepril-H Tablet as it may cause recurring symptoms or worsen the condition. Avoid potassium supplements with Malepril-H Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood. If you are about to under any surgery, receive anesthetics, LDL apheresis treatment (cholesterol removal from blood using a machine), or desensitization treatment, inform your doctor that you are taking Malepril-H Tablet. If you have asthma, diabetes, low blood pressure, difficulty in urination, gout, blood disorders, systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune disease), scleroderma (hardening and tightening of skin), cerebrovascular disease (a condition affecting blood flow to the brain), have a history of angioedema (swelling under the skin) or skin cancer, kidney, liver or heart problems inform your doctor before taking Malepril-H Tablet.