About hydrochlorothiazide + ramipril
ACE inhibitor and thiazide diuretic
Used for
- Treats high blood pressure
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet once daily; doses are individualized and adjusted by a clinician.
Common side effects
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Dry cough
- Low blood pressure
- Changes in kidney function or blood salts
Important warnings
- May cause serious harm to an unborn baby, especially later in pregnancy.
- Can cause dehydration and low blood pressure, especially during vomiting or diarrhea.
- May raise potassium or affect kidney function; monitoring may be needed.
- Avoid potassium supplements and salt substitutes unless advised by a clinician.
Pregnancy
Do not use during pregnancy; ramipril can harm or cause death of the developing baby.
Breastfeeding
Not generally recommended, particularly for newborn or premature infants; discuss alternatives with a clinician.
Interactions
- Lithium: may increase lithium levels.
- NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen: may affect kidney function and blood pressure control.
- Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing medicines: may raise blood potassium.
- Other blood-pressure medicines: may increase dizziness or low blood pressure.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.