Hypertension is a disease related to heart because of high blood pressure. High blood pressure leads the heart to work under pressure. The heart has to put more effort to pump blood. This develops stress on the heart and gives rise to other different heart-related diseases. It can even lead to heart failure.
Ramipril is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension) and other heart-related disorders.
How do Ramipril Works?
Ramipril belongs to the class of drugs called as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. Angiotensin II is a natural compound produced by ACE. It is part of body’s natural control of blood pressure. Ramipril blocks the action of ACE. This, in turn, reduces the production of angiotensin II Reduced levels of this compound allows the blood vessel to relax and widen. All the above changes lower the blood pressure. Lowered blood pressure reduces the effort of heart to pump blood around the body.
How to take Ramipril?
Adult:
-Initial dose- 1.25 mg in a day.
-Maximum dose- 5 mg in a day.
-Initial dose-2.5mg two times in a day.
-Maximum dose-5 mg two times in a day.
-Initial dose- 2.5 mg in a day.
Children: use and dose are to determine by your doctor according to the need of the patient.
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Cost of Ramipril (Generic and Brand)
Generic medicines are the best source of cheap drugs. They show the effect as the brand ones. Both Generic and Brand drug contain Ramipril as an active ingredient. The difference lies in their packaging, pricing, and the Brand Name.
Cost of Generic Ramipril.
Strength price price per unit
1) 1.25 mg $5 $ 0.17
2) 2.5 mg $8 $ 0.27
3) 5 mg $16 $ 0.53
4) 10 mg $24 $ 0.8
Cost of Brand Altace.
Strength price price per unit
1) 1.25 mg $170.60 $ 5.69
2) 2.5 mg $ 201.02 $ 6.70
3) 5 mg $ 210.82 $ 7.03
4) 10 mg $ 246.38 $ 8.21