Enalapril Maleate (10 mg) and Hydrochlorothiazide (25 mg) is the main active salt composition in Enapril 10 + 25mg tablet. It combines Enapril, an ACE inhibitor abbreviated as Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor, used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is used alone or with other drugs to treat heart ailments like congestive heart failure, chest pain, heart attack and stroke.

Enalapril belongs to a group of medications known as an ACE inhibitor drug that reduces blood pressure by dilating blood vessels to improve blood flow, while; the second active component Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that stops the body from absorbing too much salt that retains which results in fluid retention.

Take this medication as your doctor prescribe it; he will decide the dosage according to your health condition.

Enapril HT tablet is to be taken orally with water; it is advised to take once daily before or after having a meal. Take this medicine daily.

Enalapril Maleate and Hydrochlorothiazide should not be consumed by patients allergic to the medicine and its ingredients. Patients should inform their doctor if they are undergoing dialysis, liver, kidney, high levels of potassium in the blood, other blood disorders like anemia or haemophilia, diabetes, excessive vomiting or diarrhoea treatment. Also, inform your doctor about all existing or new medications you plan to start.

Contraindications.

  — This drug is contraindicated for Pregnant and breastfeeding women; this drug may cause harmful effects on the unborn child

  — This drug should not be used in patients with congenital heart failure.

  — Certain drugs can alter the pharmacological effect of Enapril HT

Ask your doctor and get the full list of drugs that may increase the possibility of drug interactions or interfere with the effectiveness of Enapril HT 10 +25 mg tablet.

Some commonly reported side effects to include fatigue, itching, increased blood urea, nausea, vomiting, hives, diarrhea, pain in any body part, low blood pressure, dizziness, shortness of breath, little or no urination, tiredness etc.