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Composition :

RAMIPRIL-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Bal Pharma Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ACE INHIBITORS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Bal Pharma Limited, #21&22, Bommasandra Industrial. Area, Hosur Road, Bangalore - 560 099., Karnataka., INDIA.
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FAQs

SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE belongs to the group of medicines called Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors that works by lowering the body’s production of substances that could increase the blood pressure. SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. This helps in lowering the blood pressure and the risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

If you are diabetic you should monitor your blood glucose levels often especially in the first few weeks because SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE can lower glucose/sugar levels in blood. However, please consult your doctor before taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE if you are diabetic.

Please do not stop taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE without consulting your doctor on your own as it may lead to rise in blood pressure. Continue taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE.

Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE, especially in people who are dehydrated. Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.

Do not overdose on SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE or any medicine as it could lead to very unpleasant side-effects. Take SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE only as prescribed by your doctor. Overdose of SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE can cause increased heartbeat, dizziness and sleepiness. Rush to your nearest doctor as early as possible if you have overdosed on SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE.

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Alcohol

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You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE to avoid unpleasant side-effects. Alcohol intake might interfere with the working of SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

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It is not recommended to take SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE while you are pregnant. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE can be given to pregnant women or not.

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Breast Feeding

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It is not recommended to take SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE while you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE can be given to breast-feeding mothers or not.

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Driving

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SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE should not be used by children as the efficacy and safety has not been established.

About SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE

SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE belongs to the group of blood pressure-lowering medications called 'Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors' primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and reduce the risk of having a heart attack, stroke or heart failure. High blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the pressure in the blood vessels is high.

SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE contains 'Ramipril' that relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body thereby lowering the raised blood pressure and reducing the risk of having a heart attack, stroke or heart failure.

Take SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE with or without food. Do not chew, crush, or break SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE, swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Take SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE at the same time every day. In some cases, SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE may cause common side-effects like headache, dizziness, fatigue, and cough. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Try not to stop taking it on your own as it may cause a sudden increase the blood pressure, chest pain or heart attack. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, electrolyte levels and kidney functioning is advised while taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE. Avoid taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor, he/she may prescribe you alternate medicine. SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as efficacy and safety have not been established.

Uses of SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE

Hypertension (high blood pressure), Prevention of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure.

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Medicinal Benefits

SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure. SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. This helps in lowering blood pressure and the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE helps in reducing both standing and lying down blood pressure without any orthostatic effect (sudden decrease in blood pressure which might occur when a person stands up suddenly). However, when dehydrated SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE may show an orthostatic effect. Continued usage of SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE helps in decreasing the severity of heart failure, rate of hospitalization and symptoms such as weakness and shortness of breath.

Directions for Use

Swallow SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE with a glass of water as a whole. Do not crush, break or chew it. SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE can be taken with or without food at the same time daily for best results. Take SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Based on your medical condition your doctor will advise for how long you need to take SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE.

Side Effects of SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Low blood pressure
  • Inflammation of the sinus (sinusitis)
  • Shortness of breath
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

Do not take SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE if you are allergic to any of its contents. Talk to your doctor if you have heart, kidney or liver problems. SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE may sometimes cause a decrease in blood pressure than normal, especially in dehydrated people, who are taking diuretics (medicines to treat oedema) and have low levels of sodium. Avoid taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor, he/she may prescribe you alternate medicine. SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as efficacy and safety have not been established. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects. Consult your doctor if you have lost a lot of body fluids through vomiting, diarrhoea or sweating more than normal or if you are taking low water tablets to treat oedema (diuretics), or if you undergo dialysis. Inform your doctor that you are taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE if you are due to undergo any surgery or dental procedure; your doctor may advise you to stop taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE one day before receiving an anaesthetic to undergo any surgery or dental procedure.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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RamiprilAliskiren
Critical
RamiprilTizanidine
Severe

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RamiprilAliskiren
Critical
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Taking aliskiren together with Servace 5mg Capsule may increase the risk of serious side effects such as kidney problems, low blood pressure, and high potassium levels in the blood. High levels of potassium can develop into a condition known as hyperkalemia, which in severe cases can lead to kidney problems, muscle paralysis and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Servace 5mg Capsule with Aliskiren is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you feel nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling in the hands and feet, a sensation of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. You must drink enough fluids while taking these medications. It is advised to reduce the intake of foods high in potassium, including tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
RamiprilTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Taking Servace 5mg Capsule with Tizanidine may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Servace 5mg Capsule together with Tizanidine can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if you feel headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and changes in pulse or heart rate. If you have the above symptoms, avoid tasks requiring attentiveness, such as driving or using dangerous machinery. Be careful when you stand up from a sitting or lying position. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
RamiprilTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Taking Servace 5mg Capsule with Trimethoprim can increase the potassium levels in the blood, increasing the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Servace 5mg Capsule and trimethoprim, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience weakness, confusion, numbness or tingling, and uneven heartbeats. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
RamiprilPotassium iodide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Taking Potassium Iodide with Servace 5mg Capsule may significantly increase potassium levels in the blood. High levels of potassium can develop into a condition known as hyperkalemia, which in severe cases can lead to kidney problems, muscle paralysis and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Potassium iodide and Servace 5mg Capsule, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
RamiprilValsartan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Taking Servace 5mg Capsule with Valsartan may increase the risk of side effects (low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Servace 5mg Capsule together with Valsartan can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you feel nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling in the hands and feet, a sensation of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. You must drink enough fluids while taking these medications. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting a doctor.
RamiprilAllopurinol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Allopurinol with Servace 5mg Capsule may increase the risk of severe allergic reactions and infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Allopurinol and Servace 5mg Capsule, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you develop throat tightness, shortness of breath, itching, rash, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue, fever, and/or muscle pain or weakness, contact your doctor immediately. Also, let your doctor know if you notice signs of infection or experience chills, fever, sore throat, extreme tiredness, body pains, or other flu-like symptoms. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
RamiprilAzilsartan medoxomil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Taking Azilsartan medoxomil with Servace 5mg Capsule may cause low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and increased potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Servace 5mg Capsule together with Azilsartan medoxomil can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling in the hands and feet, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
RamiprilKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Coadministration of Servace 5mg Capsule with ketoconazole may increase the blood level of Servace 5mg Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Servace 5mg Capsule with Ketoconazole can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
RamiprilLosartan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Coadministration of Servace 5mg Capsule together with losartan may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and a condition called hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Losartan with Servace 5mg Capsule together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
RamiprilSpironolactone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Servace 5mg Capsule:
Using Servace 5mg Capsule together with spironolactone may cause hyperkalemia (increase the levels of potassium in your blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking spironolactone and captopril together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as weakness, confusion, numbness or tingling, and uneven heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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RAMIPRIL-5MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate

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RAMIPRIL-5MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Consuming potassium-rich foods while using Servace 5mg Capsule may increase the potassium levels in your blood. It is recommended to avoid potassium-rich foods while using Servace 5mg Capsule. If you experience a fast heartbeat, shortness of breath, chest pain, nausea, or vomiting, consult your doctor immediately.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Special Advise

  • Get up slowly while rising from lying or sitting position as SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE may cause dizziness.
  • Avoid consuming food rich in potassium such as banana, broccoli, almonds, avocado, and potassium supplements.
  • Regular monitoring of blood pressure, electrolyte levels and kidney functioning is advised while taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • You are advised to consume low salt and low-fat diet while taking SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE.
  • Regular exercise is also recommended to complement treatment with SERVACE 5MG CAPSULE.
  • Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.
  • Managing stress with meditation, yoga, and massage would also help treat high blood pressure.

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