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High blood pressure facts

High blood pressure (hypertension) is designated as either essential (primary) hypertension or secondary hypertension and is defined as a consistently elevated blood pressure exceeding 140/90 mm Hg.
High blood pressure is called "the silent killer" because it often causes no symptoms for many years, even decades, until it finally damages certain critical organs.
Poorly controlled high blood pressure ultimately can cause damage to blood vessels in the eye, thickening of the heart muscle and heart attacks, hardening of the arteries (arteriosclerosis), kidney failure, and strokes.
Most antihypertensive medications can be used alone or in combination. Some are used only in combination. Some are preferred over others in certain specific medical situations. And some are not to be used (contraindicated) in other situations.
Several classes of antihypertensive medications are available, including ACE i...

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Univasc Patient Information Including Side Effects

Brand Names: Univasc

Generic Name: moexipril (Pronunciation: moe EX i pril)

What is moexipril (Univasc)?

Moexipril is in a group of drugs called ACE inhibitors. ACE stands for angiotensin converting enzyme.

Moexipril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Moexipril may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Moexipril 15 mg-TEV

oval, pink, imprinted with 93, 5150

Moexipril 7.5 mg-TEV

oval, pink, imprinted with 17

Univasc 15 mg

round, pink, imprinted with 715, SP 15

Univasc 7.5 mg

round, pink, imprinted with 707, SP 7.5

What are the possible side effects of moexipril (Univasc)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; severe stomach pain; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

feeling light-headed, fainting;
urinating more or less than usual, or not at all;
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
tired feeling, muscle weakness, and pounding or uneven heartbeats;
chest pain;
swelling, rapid weight gain; or
jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Less serious side effects may include:

cough;
dizziness, drowsiness, headache;
sleep problems (insomnia);
dry mouth, sore throat;
vomiting, diarrhea, constipation; or
mild skin itching or rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about moexipril (Univasc)?

Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Moexipril could cause birth defects in the baby if you take the medication during pregnancy. Use an effective form of birth control. Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment.

Avoid drinking alcohol. It can further lower your blood pressure and may increase some of the side effects of moexipril.

Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking moexipril, unless your doctor has told you to.

Vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating can cause you to become dehydrated. This can lead to very low blood pressure, electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure while you are taking moexipril. Drink plenty of water each while you are taking this medication.

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