Versil may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Versil is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult y...
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Versil is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Versil may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Versil usually does not affect alertness but dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure may occur in some patients. This may affect your driving ability.
CAUTION
Versil should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Versil may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Caution should be advised in patients with renal impairment.
CAUTION
Versil should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Versil may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Medicine Overview of Versil 4mg Tablet
Introduction
Versil belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It is widely used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure and may be prescribed after a heart attack. It also lowers the chances of having a heart a...
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Uses of Versil
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Heart failure
Side effects of Versil
Common
Decreased blood pressure
Cough
Increased potassium level in blood
Fatigue
Weakness
Dizziness
How to use Versil
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Versil is to be taken empty stomach.
How Versil works
Versil is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessel so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.
What if you forget to take Versil?
If you miss a dose of Versil, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Versil can make you feel dizzy for the first few days, so rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. You can also prefer taking it ...
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Let your doctor know about any cough, or throat irritation that does not go away.
It may increase the level of potassium in blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Brief Description
Indication
Hypertension, IHD, Heart failure
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take before meals.
Adult Dose
Oral
Adult
Hypertension
4-8 mg PO qDay or divided q12hr
Maximum: 16 mg/day PO divided q12hr
Stable Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
4 mg PO qDa...
History of angioedema related to previous ACE inhibitor treatment. Pregnancy (2nd/3rd trimesters).
Mode of Action
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Precaution
History of airway surgery. Withdraw if there is significant increase in LFTs. Risk factors for hyperkalaemia; monitor potassium closely. Patients depe...
May enhance hypotensive effect w/ diuretics. Additive hyperkalaemic effect w/ K supplements, K-sparing diuretics, and other drugs (e.g. ciclosporin, h...
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