ab-pril 5mg tablet

4.7 (14 reviews)

Enalapril (5mg)

🏭 ABS Remedies Pvt Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is ab-pril 5mg tablet used for?

Anze 5mg Tablet (Enalapril) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains Enalapril (5mg), which Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), preventing conversion of angiotens. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Enalapril
Manufacturer: ABS Remedies Pvt Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: A
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 ab-pril 5mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Hypertension, heart failure, asymptomatic left ventricular dysfunction, diabetic nephropathy.

Off-label uses: Migraine prophylaxis, scleroderma renal crisis, Bartter syndrome.

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Enalapril
Brand Name	Anze 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer	ABS Remedies Pvt Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
Action Class	Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
Route of Administration	Oral.
Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from moisture and light.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed orally, approximately 60% absorbed; food does not affect absorption.

DistributionDistributed widely; crosses placenta; small amounts in breast milk.

Protein Binding50-60% bound to plasma proteins.

MetabolismProdrug; hydrolyzed in liver to active metabolite enalaprilat.

Half-LifeEnalapril: 1.3 hours; Enalaprilat: 11 hours (increased in renal impairment).

ExcretionPrimarily renal (60-80% as enalaprilat and enalapril); some fecal.

BioavailabilityApproximately 60% (oral); enalaprilat bioavailability ~40%.

Onset of Action1 hour after oral dose.

Peak Plasma TimeEnalapril: 0.5-1.5 hours; Enalaprilat: 3-4 hours.

Duration of Action24 hours.

How It Works

Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), preventing conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, reducing vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion.

Mechanism Steps

1Enalapril is absorbed and hydrolyzed in the liver to enalaprilat.

2Enalaprilat binds to and inhibits ACE.

3Inhibition of ACE prevents conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.

💡 How to Take ab-pril 5mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of ab-pril 5mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Cough
Dizziness
Hypotension
Hyperkalemia
Headache

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Angioedema
Renal impairment
Neutropenia/agranulocytosis
Hepatotoxicity

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Pancreatitis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Anaphylaxis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Potassium-sparing diuretics	Major	Increased risk of hyperkalemia
Lithium	Major	Increased lithium levels and toxicity
NSAIDs	Moderate	Reduced antihypertensive effect; increased renal impairment risk
Diuretics	Moderate	Additive hypotensive effect; risk of hypovolemia
Antidiabetic agents	Moderate	Increased hypoglycemic effect
Antacids	Minor	Reduced enalapril absorption
Capsaicin	Minor	May cause cough

🚨 Major Interactions

Potassium-sparing diuretics
Potassium supplements
Lithium
Aliskiren

⚡ Moderate Interactions

NSAIDs
Diuretics
Antidiabetic agents
Gold therapy

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Antacids
Capsaicin

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions; avoid high-potassium foods.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

May enhance hypotensive effect; avoid excessive alcohol.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

History of angioedema with ACE inhibitors; bilateral renal artery stenosis; pregnancy (2nd/3rd trimester); hypersensitivity.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Blood pressure, renal function, serum potassium, CBC, liver function tests.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in small amounts; generally considered compatible but caution advised.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; activated charcoal if recent; treat hypotension with IV fluids and vasopressors; consider hemodialysis.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if close to next dose, skip missed dose; do not double.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.