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Hypernil 5 MG Tablet

Manufacturer
Lupin Ltd.
Composition
Lisinopril
Prescription
Required

Description

Hypernil 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and certain other heart conditions. It is important to maintain a proper diet and exercise regularly when taking this medicine. Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to it.

Uses of Hypernil 5 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension

    Hypernil 5 MG Tablet is used to treat an increase in the blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

  • Congestive Heart Failure

    Hypernil 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of congestive heart failure which is a type of heart disease, characterized by thickening of the walls of the left ventricle.

  • Myocardial infarction

    Hypernil 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of myocardial infarction which is a type of heart disease, characterized by blocking off blood vessel that pumps blood to heart.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Hypernil 5 MG Tablet

  • Blurred visionsevere
  • Confusionsevere
  • Decreased urine outputsevere
  • Dizzinesssevere
  • Abdominal painsevere
  • Coughsevere
  • Diarrheasevere
  • Headachesevere
  • Chest discomfortsevererare
  • Fast heartbeatsevererare
  • Joint painsevererare
  • Lack of strength
  • Skin Rash
  • Acid or sour stomachrare
  • Indigestionrare
  • Heartburnrare
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Hypernil 5 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 6 to 8 hours.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

moderate
You should avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness, headache, and changes in heart rate. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you have these symptoms.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Hypernil 5 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Hypernil 5 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Dilace 5 MG Tablet
Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Lisinace 5 MG Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Lisoril 5 MG Tablet
Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
Lisotec 5 MG Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Listril 5 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Hypernil 5 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    Avoid taking this medicine, if you have a known allergy to it or any medicine of the class angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor.

  • Aliskiren

    Use of these medicines is not recommended in the elderly population with diabetes and kidney disease with CrCl less than 60 ml/min.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcoholmoderate

  • Description

    - Use of Hypernil 5 MG Tablet with alcohol will have an additive effect in lowering the blood pressure.

  • Instructions

    - You should avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness, headache, and changes in heart rate. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you have these symptoms.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Angioedema

    severe
    Hypernil 5 MG Tablet is not recommended in patients with a history of Angioedema or a family history of Angioedema. Any symptoms of swelling of face, lips, and eyes should be informed to the doctor. If necessary, an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

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.

General Instructions

Take Hypernil 5 MG Tablet with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Inform the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for women who are breastfeeding.

General warnings

  • Hypotension

    - Symptomatic hypotension may occur in patients with volume depletion or who are treated with high-dose diuretics. Correct the condition before starting Hypernil 5 MG Tablet or start the treatment at reduced doses.

  • Hyperkalemia

    - Hypernil 5 MG Tablet may cause an increase in the potassium levels in the blood. Use with caution in patients with concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements and in patients with impaired kidney function.

  • Impaired liver function

    - Hypernil 5 MG Tablet may rarely cause liver injuries like jaundice or hepatitis. Discontinue the medicine if any signs of liver injury like increased liver enzyme levels.

  • Pediatric population

    - The safety and efficacy of Hypernil 5 MG Tablet have not been established in children age below 6 years.

  • Cough

    - Hypernil 5 MG Tablet may cause persistent nonproductive cough. It is resolved when the medicine is discontinued.

Other details

  • 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

It works by preventing the formation of a chemical substance thus prevents the blood vessel to constrict and promotes free blood flow.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H

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