Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule

Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that contains 2.5 mg of ramipril in each capsule. Ramipril belongs to the ACE inhibitor class, which is used to help lower blood pressure and protect the heart and blood vessels. Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule may be prescribed for high blood pressure, heart failure, and to lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems in certain patients. This specific Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule is a higher-strength option in our range and is used when a doctor has decided that 2.5 mg per dose is appropriate for the patient.

How it works: Ramipril works by blocking an enzyme that makes angiotensin II, a natural substance that tightens blood vessels. With this enzyme blocked, the blood vessels relax and widen, which helps the heart pump more easily and lowers blood pressure from this capsule form.

Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule is the highest strength we carry in this brand range, above Ramace 1.25 mg Capsule. Because it delivers 2.5 mg of ramipril in one capsule, it may be chosen when a doctor wants a stronger dose after assessing blood pressure, kidney function, and overall response. Compared with the 1.25 mg capsule, Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule can have a more noticeable blood-pressure-lowering effect, so it is not meant for self-adjusting doses.

• High blood pressure
• Heart failure
• Lowering cardiovascular risk in selected patients
• Protecting kidneys in some patients with diabetes or vascular disease

• Swallow Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule whole with a glass of water.
• Take it at the same time each day if your prescriber tells you to use it regularly.
• You may take it with or without food.
• Do not open, chew, crush, or split the capsule unless your doctor specifically instructs you to do so.
• If it upsets your stomach or causes dizziness, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether a different time of day is better.
• Rise slowly from sitting or lying down, especially when first starting Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule.

Each Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule provides 2.5 mg of ramipril. The dosing schedule can vary depending on the condition being treated; some people take it once daily, but your doctor may adjust the frequency and dose based on your blood pressure and response. Do not take more than the amount your doctor prescribes, because the maximum daily dose depends on the individual treatment plan and this 2.5 mg strength is not meant to be increased on your own.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ramipril may include:

• Dry cough
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Nausea
• Low blood pressure, especially after the first doses
• Mild increase in potassium levels

• Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule can cause a strong drop in blood pressure, especially if you are dehydrated or taking diuretics.
• Do not use if you are pregnant; ramipril can seriously harm an unborn baby.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, a history of angioedema, or narrowing of the arteries to the kidneys.
• Avoid potassium supplements and salt substitutes unless your doctor says they are safe.
• Alcohol can increase dizziness and low blood pressure.
• Tell your clinician before surgery or anesthesia because blood pressure may fall further.
• Be careful when driving or standing quickly until you know how Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule affects you.

• Diuretics or water pills
• Potassium supplements or potassium salt substitutes
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Lithium
• Other blood-pressure medicines, including ARBs or aliskiren

Store Ramace 2.5 mg Capsule at room temperature in its original strip/box, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.