Captopril (Reach) TM
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Active ingredients: captopril
Pack: Captopril (Reach) 5 mg/mL oral liquid, 100 mL, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: CAPTOPRIL - REACH captopril 5 mg/mL oral solution bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
HYPERTENSION: CAPTOPRIL-REACH (captopril) is indicated for the treatment of hypertension. In using CAPTOPRIL-REACH, consideration should be given to the risk of neutropenia/agranulocytosis (see section 4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use). CAPTOPRIL-REACH is effective alone and in combination with other antihypertensive agents, especially thiazide-type diuretics. The blood pressure lowering effects of captopril and thiazides are approximately additive. MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION: CAPTOPRIL-REACH is indicated to improve survival following myocardial infarction in clinically stable patients with left ventricular dysfunction, manifested as an ejection fraction less than or equal to 40% and to reduce the incidence of overt heart failure, and subsequent hospitalisations for congestive heart failure in these patients. The efficacy data for the use of CAPTOPRIL-REACH following myocardial infarction are strongest for initiation of therapy beyond 3 days post-infarct. HEART FAILURE: CAPTOPRIL-REACH (captopril) is indicated for the treatment of heart failure. In symptomatic patients it is recommended that CAPTOPRIL-REACH be administered together with a diuretic. DIABETIC NEPHROPATHY: CAPTOPRIL-REACH is indicated for the treatment of diabetic nephropathy in patients with Type 1 insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Solution
- Oral
- clear, colourless oral solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100 mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient captopril
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
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