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Enalapril-felodipine extended release - oral

(eh-nal-uh-prill with fell-oh-dih-peen)

common brand names: Lexxel

Warning: it drug can cause serious and fetal damage (sometimes death) if used during last 6 months of pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs, stop using this drug and immediately contact your physician.

Lexxel Usage: this medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

How to use Lexxel: Take by mouth exactly as directed by you're doctor, usually one time daily. the med should be swallowed whole, not divided, crushed or chewed. the medicine is best taken on an empty stomach or with light meal. Before using any potassium supplements or salt substitutes with potassium, consult youre pharmacist or healthcare professional. Avoid using this product with grapefruit juice. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. full effect on blood pressure is usually seen at 1-2 weeks.

Lexxel side effects: Cough, headache, dizziness or ankle swelling may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify youre doctor promptly. Report promptly: vomiting, diarrhea. Unlikely but report promptly: unusual weakness, fatigue, muscle cramps, gum swelling, flushing. Very unlikely but report promptly: fainting, chest pain, pounding or irregular heartbeats, mood/mental changes, vision changes, persistent sore throat & fever, easy bruising or bleeding, painful urination, change at amount of urine. this drug may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver problems. If you notice any of following highly unlikely but very serious side effects, seek immeditial medical attention: yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach/abdominal pain, persistent fatigue, persistent nausea. in the unlikely part you have an allergic reaction to this med, seek immeditial medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or physician.

Lexxel Precautions: Before using it product, tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies (especially medication allergies), kidney problems, liver disease, heart or blood vessel problems, diabetes. Limit alcohol intake, as this may enhance certain side effects of it product. Also, avoid excessive sweating (such as very hot waether or heavy exercise) unless you drink enough extra fluids. since this product may cause dizziness or fatigue, use caution if operating machinery or performing hazardous tasks. To avoid dizziness & lightheadedness when rising from seated or lying position, get up slowly. it product should be used only when clearly needed during the first 3 months about pregnancy. it product is not recommended for use during last 6 months of pregnancy. Consult your pharmacist before using this pill. the enalapril at this product is excreted in to breast milk. it is not known whether felodipine is excreted into breast milk. Breast-feeding while using it med isn't recommended. Consult you're doctor before breast-feeding. Caution is advised when this product is used in the elderly.

Lexxel drug interactions: Tell your pharmacist of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of: 'water pills' (diuretics such as spironolactone, amiloride or triamterene), potassium supplements, azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), other blood pressure medications (e.g., metoprolol, methyldopa, prazosin), intravenous (IV) calcium, certain psychiatric drugs (e.g., lithium), certain anti-seizure drugs (e.g., phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital), cimetidine, aspirin-like pain drugs (e.g., ibuprofen), drugs for sleep (e.g., triazolam), macrolide antibiotics (e.g., clarithromycin, erythromycin), sedatives, tranquilizers, drugs for anxiety (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine). don't eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice unless your pharmacist instructs you otherwise. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or healthcare professional approval.

Lexxel Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, weakness, slow or quick pulse, nausea, drowsiness, confusion, and slurred speech.

Lexxel special notes: do not share this drug with others. Laboratory tests may be performed to monitor side effects.

If you missed Lexxel dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as you remember. If this is near time of the following dose, skip missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Lexxel Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light & moisture.

Active Ingredients : Enalapril-felodipine Extended Release