Ramipril: Uses, Side Effects, and Drug Interactions
Brand names: Ramipril
# Overview of Ramipril Ramipril is a medication used to treat high blood pressure and help protect your heart. When you have high blood pressure, your heart has to work harder to pump blood through your body. Ramipril works by relaxing your blood vessels, which makes it easier for blood to flow and lowers your blood pressure. Doctors often prescribe it to people who have had a heart attack or who have heart problems, because it can help protect your heart from damage and make it work more efficiently. Like all medicines, ramipril can cause side effects and may not be safe for everyone. You should not take ramipril if you're allergic to it or if you're pregnant, because it can harm an unborn baby. Be careful when taking ramipril with certain other drugs, especially water pills (diuretics), because together they can make your blood pressure drop too low. Also tell your doctor if you take lithium or pain relievers like ibuprofen, as these can interact with ramipril. Always take this medication exactly as your doctor prescribes and let them know about all other medications you're taking to stay safe.
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Check Now ↓Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)
- DYSPNOEA8,082 reports
- FATIGUE7,877 reports
- NAUSEA7,339 reports
- DIARRHOEA6,912 reports
- DIZZINESS6,526 reports
- OFF LABEL USE6,516 reports
- DRUG INEFFECTIVE6,279 reports
- VOMITING6,054 reports
- PAIN5,655 reports
- HEADACHE5,363 reports
Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.
Recent Recalls (3)
- Class II
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. · October 23, 2024
Ramipril Capsules USP 10 mg, a) 90 count (NDC 68180-591-09), b) 100 count NDC 68180-591-01), and c) 500 count (NDC 68180-591-02) bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., BaltimoCGMP Deviations: Active pharmaceutical ingredient was sourced from an unapproved vendor
- Class II
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. · October 23, 2024
Ramipril Capsules USP 2.5 mg, a) 90 count (NDC 68180-589-09), b) 100 count NDC 68180-589-01), and c) 500 count (NDC 68180-589-02) bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., BaltimCGMP Deviations: Active pharmaceutical ingredient was sourced from an unapproved vendor
- Class II
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. · October 23, 2024
Ramipril Capsules USP 5 mg, a) 90 count (NDC 68180-590-09), b) 100 count NDC 68180-590-01), and c) 500 count (NDC 68180-590-02) bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., BaltimorCGMP Deviations: Active pharmaceutical ingredient was sourced from an unapproved vendor
Source: FDA (openFDA Drug Enforcement). Voluntary and mandated recalls affecting this drug.
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