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What Are The Pros And Cons Of Perindopril?
I have been given perindopril f0r blood pressure - local pharmacy had to order it - say they don t carry it - not the usual they carry. what are the pros and cons on this drug and is their a safer proven drug for high blood pressure - mine was not high at the start - just hit 140 when prescribed. also,
Tue, 3 Jan 2017
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Perindopril is a long-acting angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, which is used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure or stable coronary artery disease. It works by relaxing blood vessels, which helps to lower blood pressure. It is essential to assess renal function before and during treatment with this medication.
Side effects are mild and is usually seen at the start of treatment. These include cough, fatigue, body aches or pain, nasal congestion, headache, disturbances of mood and/or sleep. As the body gets used to the medication, these side effects if present should disappear. Kindly take the medication as prescribed and do the necessary follow-up.
Hope the information provided would be helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ashakiran S
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Perindopril is a long-acting angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, which is used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure or stable coronary artery disease. It works by relaxing blood vessels, which helps to lower blood pressure. It is essential to assess renal function before and during treatment with this medication.
Side effects are mild and is usually seen at the start of treatment. These include cough, fatigue, body aches or pain, nasal congestion, headache, disturbances of mood and/or sleep. As the body gets used to the medication, these side effects if present should disappear. Kindly take the medication as prescribed and do the necessary follow-up.
Hope the information provided would be helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ashakiran S
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