COVERSYL 8MG contains Perindopril which belongs to the group of medicines called Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors. It is used to treat hypertension in adults. Hypertension is a condition in which the force of the blood against blood vessel walls is too high. Symptoms of hypertension includes early morning headaches, irregular heartbeat, vision changes, feeling overtiredness, vomiting, confusion, anxiety, and chest pain. It is also used to treat heart failure (a condition where the pumping of heart is inadequate to meet body’s need which is characterized by shortness of breath, fatigue, fast heartbeat). It also reduces the risk of cardiac events such as heart attack in patients with stable coronary artery disease (a condition where the blood supply to the heart is reduced or blocked resulting in pain or discomfort in chest, arms or shoulders; weakness, light-headedness and feeling sick), in patients who have the history of heart attack and/or an operation to improve blood supply to heart.
Perindopril works by inhibiting the activity of an enzyme called angiotensin converting enzyme (an enzyme which is responsible for causing constriction of blood vessels), resulting in easy flow of blood around the body. Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and the amount of electrolytes (Ex. potassium) in your body prior to the treatment or at regular intervals along with the treatment.
COVERSYL 8MG is not recommended for use in patients having kidney artery stenosis. COVERSYL 8MG should be used in caution with patient having aortic stenosis, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, diabetes, liver, and kidney problems or under dialysis. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, consult your doctor for advice before taking this medicine. COVERSYL 8MG is not recommended for use in children and adolescents up to the age of 18 years. The most common side effects of taking COVERSYL 8MG are low blood pressure, headache, dizziness, muscle cramps, shortness of breath, cough and headache. Consult your doctor if the symptoms worsen.
COVERSYL 8MG works by inhibiting the activity of an enzyme called angiotensin converting enzyme (an enzyme which is responsible for causing constriction of blood vessels), resulting in easy flow of blood around the body.
Take COVERSYL 8MG as advised by your physician. Take it before meals. Swallow this medicine, do not crush, or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Stop taking COVERSYL 8MG and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Vomiting:
Take this medicine with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods, sugary snacks, and drinks. Avoid drinking too much liquid along with your meals. Consult your doctor if your symptom worsens.
Diarrhea:
Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
Stomach pain:
Try to rest and relax. Try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a warm pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.
Dizziness:
When you feel dizzy, lie or sit down immediately. If you're experiencing a severe episode of vertigo, lie in a dark and quite place with eyes closed. Vehicle driving should be avoided if you experience frequent dizziness without warning. Talk to your doctor if the symptom worsens.
COVERSYL 8MG is not recommended in early pregnancy and must not be taken when more than three months pregnant, as it may cause serious harm to the baby if used after 3rd month of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking COVERSYL 8MG.
COVERSYL 8MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine especially if you want to breast-feed when your baby is new-born or born prematurely. Consult your doctor for advice before taking COVERSYL 8MG.
Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure after taking COVERSYL 8MG. Consult your doctor before taking COVERSYL 8MG.
Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure, dizziness and lightheaded.
COVERSYL 8MG is not recommended for use in patients with kidney artery stenosis (narrowing of blood vessels to one or both the kidneys). COVERSYL 8MG should be used in caution with patients having other kidney problems or under dialysis. Consult your doctor before taking COVERSYL 8MG.
COVERSYL 8MG should be used with caution in patients having liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking COVERSYL 8MG.
COVERSYL 8MG is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Perindopril or any other ACE inhibitors like captopril, enalapril.
COVERSYL 8MG should be used in caution with patients having aortic stenosis (narrowing of the main blood vessel in heart), hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (condition in which heart muscle become thick abnormally) or any other heart problems. Before taking COVERSYL 8MG consult with your doctor.
COVERSYL 8MG is not recommended for use if you have:
Before taking COVERSYL 8MG, inform your doctor if you have:
Use in pediatrics:
Use in geriatrics:
A. Drug - Drug interactions:
Before taking COVERSYL 8MG, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of COVERSYL 8MG, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The most common symptom of overdose is low blood pressure (which can make you feel dizzy, or fainting).
Drug | : | Perindopril |
Pharmacological Category | : | Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Hypertension, prevention of heart attack and stroke |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet |
Can COVERSYL 8MG be used to treat high blood pressure?
COVERSYL 8MG can be considered to treat high blood pressure. It contains perindopril which helps to relax the blood vessels and then normalize the blood pressure. Although, COVERSYL 8MG can treat high blood pressure, you doctor might treat you with other drugs depending upon your condition.
Can COVERSYL 8MG cause low blood pressure (hypotension)?
Yes. COVERSYL 8MG can causes fall in blood pressure especially during the first few days of treatment. Tell your doctor if you experience lightheaded or have any feeling of fainting. Your risk of low blood pressure may be higher if you don’t drink enough fluids and sweat heavily.
What should I avoid while taking COVERSYL 8MG?
Potassium supplements, potassium-containing salt substitutes and even high-potassium foods (Ex. Banana, avocado, potato) should be avoided by those taking perindopril, unless directed otherwise by their doctor.
What precautions do I need to follow while taking COVERSYL 8MG?
Patients taking COVERSYL 8MG must inform their doctor about their pre-existing disease conditions like kidney, heart, or liver problems. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms after taking COVERSYL 8MG.
What happens if I stop taking COVERSYL 8MG?
Do not stop taking COVERSYL 8MG without talking to your doctor first. Stopping this medicine suddenly can cause your blood pressure to spike and may increase the risk for heart attack or stroke.
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