Altace
Ramipril tablets for high blood pressure and heart failure. As an ACE inhibitor, it is also used to protect the kidneys in people with diabetes.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Ramipril
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 1.25mg · 2.5mg · 5mg · 10mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Altace, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Altace vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Altace details
- Conditions
- Hypertension · Heart Failure · Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
- Alternative names
- ramipril
- Therapeutic class
- Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- ACE Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- diabetic nephropathy
- Contraindications
- pregnancy; history of angioedema; hypersensitivity to ramipril
- Minor side effects
- cough; dizziness; headache
- Moderate side effects
- hyperkalaemia; hypotension; fatigue
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- King Pharmaceuticals
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Lithium; Potassium Supplements; NSAIDs
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Serious side effects
angioedema, requires immediate medical attention; severe renal failure, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Ramipril tablets for high blood pressure and heart failure. As an ACE inhibitor, it is also used to protect the kidneys in people with diabetes.
Mechanism of action
Prevents conversions of angiotensin I to its potent vasoconstricting form, lowering overall peripheral vascular resistance.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category D: High fetal risk. Contraindicated in pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Altace is the originator brand name, made by King Pharmaceuticals. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with King Pharmaceuticals.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Ramipril is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.