Ramigamma

Drug name: Ramigamma

Other names used:

Acovil®
Triatec®

Active Ingredients:

Ramipril

Therapeutic actions: Ramipril belongs to a group of drugs called ACE inhibitor which works by inhibiting the conversion of angiotensin I and angiotensin II resulting in a hypotensive effect which does not affect the cardiac rate. The preparation also exerts the following effects:

Decreases the production of aldosterone
Decreases the frequency of arrhythmia appearance in certain cases
Exerts cardioprotective properties
Increases coronary and renal blood flow
Decreases thrombocyte aggregation

Indications: The preparation is indicated in treatment of:

Arterial hypertension
Malignant and refractory hypertension
Vasorenal hypertension
Chronic heart failure II and III degree
Diabetic nephropathy
Nephropathy in chronic diffusive renal disease

Contraindications and cautions: The drug should not be used in treatment of:

Hypersensitivity to any components of the preparations
Angioneurotic edema
Renal artery stenosis
Conditions after renal transplantation
Aorta or Mitral stenosis
Pregnancy
Breastfeeding

The drug should be used with caution in:

Severe coronary or cerebral artery dysfunction
Unstable angina
Severe ventricular arrhythmia
Terminal phase of heart failure
Liver and renal failure
Severe diarrhea or vomiting
Elderly age
Young people before 18 years of age

Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Ramigamma will experience it or any other. The side-effects include:

Cardiovascular system: hypotension, orthostatic collapse, tachycardia, arrhythmia, angina, myocardial infraction
Urogenital system: development of chronic liver failure, proteinuria, decreased libido and potency.
CNS: cerebral ischemia, insult, dizziness, headache, weakness, somnolence, paresthesia, insomnia, anxiety, depression, confusion.
Sensory organs: vestibular disorders, change of taste, smell, hearing and vision, ear ringing
Gastrointestinal tract: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, intestinal block, pancreatitis, hepatitis, jaundice, liver dysfunction, abdominal pain, dry mouth, thirst, decreased appetite, stomatitis, glossitis.
Respirator system: dry coughing, bronchospasm, dyspnea, rhinorrhea
Allergic reactions: skin rash, itching, hives, photosensitivity, angioneurotic swelling of the face , extremities, larynx, exfoliative dermatitis, multiform erythema, toxic epidermal necrolysis and etc.
Haemopoietic organs: anemia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia.
Other: seizures, alopecia, hyperthermia

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.

For more information about any other possible risks associated with Ramipril, please read the information provided with Ramigamma or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Ramipril. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Especially mention the following:

Diabetes treatment
Cytostatic agents
Immunosuppressors
Gout treatment
Local analgesics
Ethanol
Hypertension treatment
Diuretics
Narcotic analgesics
NSAID's
Li+ preparations
Contraceptives and estrogen hormonal treatment

Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE Ramipril with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.