Ril

Ril 5mg Capsule belongs to the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor group of drugs. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels, making it easier for the blood to pass through the vessels. As a result of this, the heart does not have to work more to push the blood. Since the workload on the heart is reduced, it is beneficial in heart failure. Additionally, it is also used to lower blood pressure and prevent stroke.

Ril 5mg Capsule may increase potassium levels in the blood, especially if you have uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, kidney problems, and dehydration. Potassium levels may also increase in patients using potassium salts or medicines which increase potassium levels or are aged more than 70 years of age. If you have any of these conditions and are using Ril 5mg Capsule, you need to be careful and get regular blood tests done to monitor potassium levels.

Ril 5mg Capsule takes a few hours to reduce high blood pressure but since there are no symptoms, you will not notice any difference. It takes a few weeks for the blood pressure to get fully controlled. Do not stop taking the medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel better or if your blood pressure is normalized.

Ril 5mg Capsule commonly is responsible for dry cough which can be persistent and is not relieved by any medicine. Talk to your doctor if it bothers you or you have trouble sleeping, as another medicine may be better. Even if you stop taking Ril 5mg Capsule, the cough may take a few days to a month to go away.

Yes, you may feel lightheaded, dizzy, your pulse may become slow and you may even faint. You should take the help of a relative or friend for an emergency or seek immediate medical support.

Inform your doctor that you are taking Ril 5mg Capsule. Ril 5mg Capsule can reduce your blood pressure when it is used with a general anesthetic. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking it 24 hours before surgery.

There is no evidence that Ril 5mg Capsule has any effect on fertility in both men and women. However, if you are planning to get pregnant, talk to your doctor first because Ril 5mg Capsule is not recommended in pregnancy.

Yes, Ril 5mg Capsule may have some effect on antidiabetic medicines and insulin and may lower your blood sugar levels. Therefore, you need to check your blood sugar levels regularly.

No, you should not stop Ril 5mg Capsule suddenly as this may cause a sudden increase in your blood pressure which may be harmful to you. In addition to this, Ril 5mg Capsule can very rarely decrease your white blood cell count which is important to fight infections in your body. Consult your doctor and get a blood test done. If your white cell count is decreased, it could be due to Ril 5mg Capsule. Ask your doctor for alternative medicine for blood pressure. You can continue taking Ril 5mg Capsule if your investigations are normal.

Yes, Ril 5mg Capsule is safe and works best if taken for a long time. But, taking Ril 5mg Capsule for a long time can sometimes affect the working of your kidneys. To keep track of this, your doctor will get regular blood tests done and check how well your kidneys are working.