Prestarium A

Name: Prestarium A
Brand: Servier Laboratories
SKU: 40711
Price: 15.30 USD
Availability: InStock

Prestarium A is a medication that contains the active ingredient Perindopril, an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It is primarily used to treat hypertension, helping to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes. By relaxing blood vessels, Prestarium A improves blood flow and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood. This medication is available in tablet form and is typically taken once daily. It is a trusted choice for patients requiring long-term management of high blood pressure. Prestarium A is also effective in managing heart failure and can be used in combination with other medications for optimal results.

Active substance:

Perindopril Arginine

Pharmachologic effect:

Perindopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor that works by relaxing blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood through the body.

Indications:

Hypertension
Stable coronary artery disease
Heart failure

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to perindopril or any other ACE inhibitors
History of angioedema related to previous ACE inhibitor therapy
Hereditary or idiopathic angioedema
Pregnancy and lactation
Severe renal impairment

Side effects:

In order of decreasing probability: Very common: Cough, Common: Dizziness, headache, vertigo, vision disturbances, tinnitus, Uncommon: Hypotension, vasodilation, dyspnea, gastrointestinal disorders, Rare: Angioedema, renal impairment, pancreatitis, Very rare: Hepatitis, jaundice, hepatic failure

Dosing and Administration:

The usual starting dose is 5 mg once daily, which may be increased to 10 mg once daily depending on the patient's response. In elderly patients or those with renal impairment, the starting dose is 2.5 mg once daily.