Question 1

Does Ramipril Thin Your Hair?

Accepted Answer

While some individuals may experience hair thinning or loss while taking Ramipril capsules, it is not a widely reported or established side effect of the medication. Hair loss can happen due to factors like nutritional deficiencies, hormonal changes, genetics, and other medical conditions.

Question 2

What Is the Antidote for Ramipril Overdose?

Accepted Answer

There is no specific antidote for Ramipril overdose, but treatment mainly focuses on supportive care. In some reported cases, medications like naloxone and terlipressin have been used successfully to manage severe Ramipril overdose symptoms.

Question 3

Does Ramipril Make You Sleepy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, taking more than your prescribed dose of Ramipril can make you feel sleepy. The amount of Ramipril that can lead to an overdose varies from person to person.

Question 4

Why Ramipril at Night?

Accepted Answer

Ramipril is given at night because it lowers blood pressure better during the night, especially between midnight and 6 am. Evening dosing provides improved nighttime blood pressure control. Blood pressure from 4 am to 8 am remains similar with both morning and evening dosing. This helps reduce the risk of heart problems during sleep and early morning.

Question 5

What Are the Benefits of Taking Ramipril?

Accepted Answer

Ramipril capsules help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart-related issues. This includes heart attack, stroke, and death. It is especially useful for people over 55 who have a high risk of heart and blood vessel disease. It also helps protect the heart and kidneys.

Question 6

Is Ramipril Lifelong?

Accepted Answer

Ramipril is usually taken long-term. Even if blood pressure becomes normal, treatment should continue. Stopping the medicine can cause blood pressure to rise again. Most people need to take blood pressure medicines for life.

Question 7

Can Ramipril Cause High Cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Ramipril does not increase cholesterol. It may reduce total cholesterol and increase good (HDL) cholesterol. It can also help reduce body weight, which improves fat metabolism.

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