FOSINACE 10MG TAB

What is Fosinopril for:

It is used to help a weak heart. It is used to protect kidney function in diabetic patients who have protein loss. It is used to treat high blood pressure. It is used to help heart function after a heart attack.

How does Fosinopril work:

Fosinopril lowers blood pressure by lowering a strong chemical in the body. It helps the heart work better. It helps kidney function in patients with high blood sugar (diabetes). It helps blood flow.

How should Fosinopril be used:

Take as you have been told, even if you are feeling better. Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach. Follow the diet and workout plan that your doctor told you about.

Common side effects of Fosinopril :

Feeling dizzy. Rise slowly over a few minutes when sitting or lying down. Be careful climbing. Bad taste in your mouth. This most often goes back to normal. Cough. Headache.

What do I do if I miss a dose

Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Many times this drug is taken on an as needed basis for asthma caused by working out. Do not take more often than every 12 hours unless told to do so by your doctor.

What precautions should I take when taking Fosinopril :

If you have an allergy to fosinopril or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have high blood sugar (diabetes) and are taking aliskiren. If you are pregnant or may be pregnant.

When do I need to seek medical help

If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of infection. These include a fever of 100.5°F (38°C) or higher, chills, very bad sore throat, ear or sinus pain, cough, more sputum or change in color of sputum, pain with passing urine, mouth sores, wound that will not heal, or anal itching or pain. Very bad dizziness or passing out.

Can I take Fosinopril with other medicines:

Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.

Are there any food restrictions

Avoid Alcohol

How do I store Fosinopril :

Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.

Pregnancy Category

Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.

Therapeutic Classification

ACE InhibitorsDirect Renin Inhibitors