Ramilong H Tablets

Ramilong H Tablets is an anti-hypertensive medicine. It contains ramipril and hydrochlorothiazide as the active ingredient. Ramilong H Tablets is used to treat mild to moderate hypertension in patients treated priorly with either ramipril or hydrochlorothiazide.

This medicine lowers the raised blood pressure. Take Ramilong H Tablets in doses and duration as prescribed by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food.

Do not miss any dose or stop taking Ramilong H Tablets without informing your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

• Overdose of Ramilong H Tablets may cause increased urine flow, decreased blood pressure and heart rate, electrolyte imbalance, altered heart rhythm, kidney failure, altered consciousness, seizure and coma.
• If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of anti-hypertensives may lead to high blood pressure and other heart-related complications. If you missed any dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Ramipril lowers the blood pressure by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin, responsible for narrowing blood vessels, thus allowing your blood vessels to relax and widen, making it easier for blood to flow through.
• Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic, also known as a water pill. It works by removing excess water and salt from the body and thus helps to reduce the pressure inside the blood vessels and reduces the load on the heart.

Directions for Use

• Take Ramilong H Tablets as a whole with a sufficient amount of water, with or without food.
• It is recommended, that you take this medicine in the morning or as advised by your doctor.
• You should take Ramilong H Tablets regularly and without fail as directed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Ramilong H Tablets during pregnancy?

Ramilong H Tablets must be avoided during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. When pregnancy is detected, this medicine should be discontinued immediately. If you are pregnant or think you may be, you should consult your doctor before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Ramilong H Tablets while breastfeeding?

Ramilong H Tablets must not be consumed during breastfeeding as this medicine may pass into the breast milk. You should not breastfeed while on this medicine. Talk to your doctor if you are a nursing mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Ramilong H Tablets ?

You should avoid driving if you experience dizziness, drowsiness after taking Ramilong H Tablets .

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Ramilong H Tablets?

Alcohol should not be consumed while on Ramilong H Tablets as it may increase the side effect such as decreasing the blood pressure. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have upper-layer skin cancer.
• You have a history of swelling or angioedema of the neck, face, head, intestine, extremities or any other part of the body.
• You have a visual disorder.
• You have a photosensitive reaction after taking this medicine.
• You have kidney, liver, heart disease or condition.
• You are dehydrated, decreased blood volume.
• You are an elderly person.
• You had a kidney transplant.
• You have electrolyte or blood imbalances.
• Ramilong H Tablets should be used for children below 18 years of age.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to ramipril, hydrochlorothiazide or any other ingredient of Ramilong H Tablets . If you have a history of angioedema (swelling, redness or rash). If you are taking sacubitril/valsartan used to treat heart failure. If you have a kidney problem or you are on dialysis. If you have electrolyte imbalance in the body. If you have a liver disorder. If you have diabetes or kidney dysfunction and you are taking blood pressure-lowering medicine like aliskiren. If you have diabetic neuropathy and are on blood pressure-lowering medicine such as valsartan, telmisartan, etc. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Non-productive cough
• Altered diabetes control

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Ramilong H Tablets works or Ramilong H Tablets itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking any medicine to treat blood pressure, gout, brain-related disorders, immunomodulatory medicine, antidiabetics, antibiotics, painkiller, blood thinners and steroids.

Storage and disposal

• Store Ramilong H Tablets in a cool dry place at room temperature.
• Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
• Do not use expired medicines. Discard any unused medicine properly. Do not flush it in the toilet or throw it into the drain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop the treatment with Ramilong H Tablets if feel an improvement in symptoms?

No, you should never stop any of the medication without consulting your doctor as it may lead to serious complications. Talk to your doctor if you want to stop the treatment. Your doctor can suggest some alternative medicine.

Can I take Ramilong H Tablets everyday?

Based on your underlying condition, your doctor will prescribe it to you for a few days or prolonged duration. Take Ramilong H Tablets daily only as prescribed to you and visit your doctor regularly to get your blood pressure checked.