Altace is a brand-name drug used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. This page on the eMedTV site offers important information on this prescription drug, including how it works, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
Altace uses include the treatment of hypertension and heart failure. This section of the eMedTV library provides details about other Altace uses, such as reducing risk of heart attack or death from cardiac problems.
The most common Altace side effects seen in people taking it for high blood pressure is a cough. This eMedTV article explores common and rare side effects, as well as side effects in people taking it for CHF and side effects that require attention.
The most common dose of Altace for people with high blood pressure is Altace 2.5 mg to 20 mg. This eMedTV resource explains how the Altace dosage can be taken either once a day or in two equally divided doses. A doctor may change the dosing as needed.
This part of the eMedTV archives outlines the different drugs Altace can interact with, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), potassium supplements, lithium, and diuretics. This article also looks at the effects of these interactions.
Examples of Altace precautions and warnings include interactions with diuretic medications and an increased risk of infection. This eMedTV Web page provides a detailed list of Altace precautions and warnings.
Because of the risk it poses to the fetus, Altace is generally not recommended for women who are pregnant. This eMedTV segment provides an overview of Altace and pregnancy, including information on the FDA pregnancy classification of this drug.
Although it hasn't happened many times, it's possible to overdose on Altace. As this eMedTV page explains, it's important to immediately seek medical attention if this occurs. This page talks about the symptoms and treatment of an Altace overdose.
Currently, there are four strengths of generic Altace available. This portion of the eMedTV library takes an in-depth look at the generic versions of Altace, including information on who makes them and how they are rated by the FDA.
In people who take Altace, a cough is one of the most common side effects. As this eMedTV article explains, an "Altace cough" may develop in people taking it for hypertension or congestive heart failure, and stops when the medication is discontinued.
Weight gain is a rare but possible side effect of Altace. As this eMedTV article explains, less than 1 percent of the people in clinical trials reported weight gain with this medication. This page discusses clinical trials, Altace, and weight gain.
In studies documenting the side effects of Altace, impotence was reported in less than 1 percent of cases. This eMedTV page talks about Altace and impotence and explains what to do if you develop sexual side effects while taking this medication.
Could Altace, hair thinning, and hair loss be related? This eMedTV segment explains that in clinical studies, hair problems were not reported as a side effect of Altace. This page also provides an overview of the research on Altace and hair loss.
Clinical trials have shown that dry eyes are not a side effect of Altace. This portion of the eMedTV library talks about Altace and dry eyes, and offers suggestions for people who may be experiencing dry eyes due to other medications or conditions.
There is a slight correlation between Altace and depression. As this eMedTV explains, less than 1 percent of people in clinical trials reported depression while taking this drug. This article offers an in-depth look at depression and Altace.
