Indication
Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor used in the treatment of hypertension and some types of chronic heart failure.
Contra Indication
Angioneurotic edema, Aortic stenosis, Bilateral renal artey stenosis.
Caution
Impaired renal function. Hyperkalaemia, hypovolaemia, collagen vascular disease, valvular stenosis, during or immediately before or after anaesthesia, unilateral renal artery stenosis. Hypotension due to volume depletion, diuretic therapy. Monitor WBC count. Lactation, children.
Side Effect
Hepatotoxicity, Anaphylactoid reactions, Angioedema, Acute renal failure. Dizziness, Fatigue, Rashes, Dry cough, Taste disturbances, Azotemia. Hypotension.