Unipril 1.25mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure. Unipril 1.25mg Tablet relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. This helps in lowering blood pressure and the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Unipril 1.25mg Tablet helps in reducing both standing and lying down blood pressure without any orthostatic effect (sudden decrease in blood pressure which might occur when a person stands up suddenly). However, when dehydrated Unipril 1.25mg Tablet may show an orthostatic effect. Continued usage of Unipril 1.25mg Tablet helps in decreasing the severity of heart failure, rate of hospitalization and symptoms such as weakness and shortness of breath.

FAQs

How does Unipril 1.25mg Tablet work?

Unipril 1.25mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors that works by lowering the body’s production of substances that could increase the blood pressure. Unipril 1.25mg Tablet relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. This helps in lowering the blood pressure and the risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

I am diabetic, can I take Unipril 1.25mg Tablet?

If you are diabetic you should monitor your blood glucose levels often especially in the first few weeks because Unipril 1.25mg Tablet can lower glucose/sugar levels in blood. However, please consult your doctor before taking Unipril 1.25mg Tablet if you are diabetic.

Can I stop taking Unipril 1.25mg Tablet on my own?

Please do not stop taking Unipril 1.25mg Tablet without consulting your doctor on your own as it may lead to rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Unipril 1.25mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Unipril 1.25mg Tablet.

Does Unipril 1.25mg Tablet cause orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing)?

Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Unipril 1.25mg Tablet, especially in people who are dehydrated. Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking Unipril 1.25mg Tablet are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events.

What if I take too much of Unipril 1.25mg Tablet?

Do not overdose on Unipril 1.25mg Tablet or any medicine as it could lead to very unpleasant side-effects. Take Unipril 1.25mg Tablet only as prescribed by your doctor. Overdose of Unipril 1.25mg Tablet can cause increased heartbeat, dizziness and sleepiness. Rush to your nearest doctor as early as possible if you have overdosed on Unipril 1.25mg Tablet.