Vaseretic (Enalapril/HCTZ)

Description

Vaseretic is a combination medication; it contains enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide to help lower blood pressure.

Enalapril maleate, an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, inhibits the production of angiotensin II; this results in blood vessel dilation and reduction in blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide, a thiazide diuretic–or fluid pill–acts on the kidneys to get rid of extra water and sodium, leading to increased urine output and lower blood pressure.

Vaseretic comes in an oral tablet containing 10 mg of enalapril maleate and 25 mg hydrochlorothiazide.

Directions

Vaseretic medication should be taken as your doctor has directed. Contact your doctor or pharmacy regarding any questions or concerns you have about the medication.

Your blood pressure goals and medication tolerance will determine how much Vaseretic you will be prescribed. The usual dosage range is enalapril 10 mg to 40 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg to 50 mg by mouth daily.

Ingredients

The active ingredients in Vaseretic are enalapril maleate and hydrochlorothiazide. Iron oxide, lactose, magnesium stearate, sodium bicarbonate, and starch are the inactive ingredients.

Contraindications

If you have an allergy to Vaseretic or to any of its ingredients, avoid the medication.

Avoid taking Vaseretic with a neprilysin inhibitor such as sacubitril. If you are switching to sacubitril/valsartan, wait at least 36 hours after taking your last dose of Vaseretic before you start taking sacubitril/valsartan. If you are switching to Vaseretic, wait at least 36 hours after taking your last dose of sacubitril/valsartan before you start taking Vaseretic.

Cautions

Vaseretic has the following Boxed Warning:

• Because Vaseretic can injure or cause death to a developing fetus, the medication should be discontinued once pregnancy is detected.

• Before you begin taking Vaseretic, tell your doctor about:
• All the medications you take
• Your allergies
• Your health problems
• Your past medical history
• Any planned surgeries and procedures
• Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
• Low blood pressure can occur during Vaseretic treatment.
• Vaseretic can cause anaphylactoid reactions. In addition, patients on ACE inhibitors who are undergoing desensitizing treatment or high-flux membrane exposure may develop these reactions.
• ACE inhibitors can cause angioedema, or swelling. If you experience swelling of the face, arms, legs, lips, tongue, and/or throat, get emergency care right away. If you develop stomach pain, get medical attention right away, as intestinal angioedema can also occur.
• Liver problems can develop during treatment with ACE inhibitors; however, this is a rare occurrence.
• A buildup of nitrogen waste products in patients with kidney disease can be caused by thiazide diuretics.
• Caution using thiazide diuretics should be used by patients with liver problems.
• Sensitivity reactions can occur in patients with bronchial asthma.
• Lupus may present or get worse.
• Lithium and thiazide diuretics should not be taken together.
• Vision problems, including glaucoma, may occur with thiazide diuretic use. If patients experience vision problems, they should get medical attention immediately.
• Vaseretic should be used with caution in patients with certain heart problems.
• Kidney problems can be caused by Vaseretic.
• High potassium levels in the blood can be caused by Vaseretic.
• A dry cough that is due to the enalapril component of Vaseretic can develop.
• Abnormal electrolyte levels can be caused by Vaseretic.

Side Effects

Common Vaseretic side effects include dizziness, headache, fatigue, and cough. Other side effects may also occur. Contact your doctor if you have side effects that bother you or won’t go away.

With a valid prescription from your doctor, you can buy Vaseretic online at a competitive price at Canada Drugs Direct.

Reference:

Vaseretic. Bridgewater, NJ: Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC; 2017.

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