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Acupil H (12.5/10 mg) Tablet
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Acupil H (12.5/10 mg) Tablet

Manufactured byPfizer Ltd.
ContainsHydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg) + Quinapril (10 mg)
Description
Acupil H (12.5/10 mg) Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. Frequent monitoring of blood pressure and electrolytes level is necessary during treatment with this medicine. Patients are advised to follow a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Acupil H (12.5/10 mg) Tablet

  • Blurred vision
  • Chest pain
  • Confusion
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Sweating
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Increased urination
  • Itching or rash
  • Abdominal and stomach pain
  • Dry mouth
  • Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling
  • Cramping
  • Weakness
  • Cough
  • Back pain
  • Indigestion

Uses of Acupil H (12.5/10 mg) Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Mild to moderate hypertension
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 hour of administration of the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to hydrochlorothiazide, other sulfonamides, quinapril, or any other angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors.

Angioedema

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors induced angioedema or hereditary angioedema due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Bilateral renal artery stenosis

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of bilateral renal artery stenosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Anuria

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with anuria, a condition where the kidney is unable to produce urine.

Aliskiren

Coadministration of aliskiren and this combination medicine is not recommended due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with diabetes and kidney diseases.

Severe renal impairment

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe renal impairment (CrCl < 30 ml/min) due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Hypotension

This medicine may cause hypotension, especially when used in combination with other high blood pressure medicines. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition.

Hyperkalemia

This medicine may increase the potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). This may cause serious side effects such as fatal cardiac rhythm irregularities. It is advised to avoid potassium-rich foods (potatoes, bananas) and other medicines that may increase potassium levels (ACE inhibitors and potassium supplements) during treatment with this medicine.

Aortic stenosis

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of aortic stenosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Volume and electrolyte depletion

This medicine may alter the blood volume and electrolyte levels in some patients. This may cause dizziness, dry mouth, and acid-base imbalance. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from kidney and liver diseases. Close monitoring of blood pressure and electrolyte levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Pediatric population

This medicine is not recommended for use in children since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Use in athletes

This medicine is not recommended to be used by athletes according to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).

Missed Dose

The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine

Allopurinol

Aliskiren

Insulin

Antidepressants

Spironolactone

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines

Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARB)

Disease interactions

Bone marrow suppression

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with bone marrow suppression due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of complete blood count is necessary for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Renal Dysfunction

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of renal function is necessary while taking this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Diabetes

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of altered blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Hyperuricemia

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of gout or chronic renal failure due to the increased risk of hyperuricemia. Close monitoring of uric acid level is recommended for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Food interactions
It is recommended to avoid a high potassium diet during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Your doctor/dietitian will suggest an appropriate diet for you to avoid high intake of potassium.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. It is advised to take this medicine at daytime to prevent sleep disturbance. Drink an adequate amount of water. Monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes levels is necessary while taking this medicine. Report any adverse effects to the doctor on priority. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Hydrochlorothiazide increases the excretion of water and sodium through the urine. Quinapril relaxes the blood vessels and promotes the smooth flow of blood. Their combination is thus effective in reducing the blood pressure.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

ACE inhibitors with thiazides, Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, Thiazide diuretics, Antihypertensive combinations

Schedule

Schedule H

[Internet]. 2017 [cited 9 October 2017]. Available from:

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/24952

[Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [cited 28 September 2017]. Available from:

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=1de5420c-23d6-40c5-ba24-39143c0f90fb

[Internet]. 2017 [cited 9 October 2017]. Available from:

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2015/020125s020lbl.pdf
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