About zofenopril calcium
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor
Used for
- High blood pressure
- Heart failure after a heart attack
Usual adult dose
High blood pressure: usually 15–30 mg once daily, adjusted if needed. After a heart attack: usually 7.5 mg twice daily, increased gradually.
Common side effects
- Dizziness or low blood pressure
- Cough
- Headache
- Raised potassium or kidney problems
Important warnings
- Can cause serious swelling of the face, tongue, or throat.
- Not suitable during pregnancy; can harm an unborn baby.
- May affect kidney function and potassium levels.
- Avoid use with sacubitril/valsartan or aliskiren in certain patients.
Pregnancy
Can harm or cause death of an unborn baby, especially later in pregnancy; avoid during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Not usually recommended, particularly for newborn or premature babies; seek an alternative medicine.
Interactions
- Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing medicines can raise potassium.
- NSAID painkillers may worsen kidney function and reduce blood-pressure control.
- Lithium levels may rise.
- Sacubitril/valsartan increases risk of serious swelling; separate use by at least 36 hours.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.