Brand names: Aceon®
Chemical formula:
- Drug Forms:
- Perindopril tablets (below)
- Perindopril Erbumine Oral tablet
Perindopril tablets
What are perindopril tablets?
PERINDOPRIL (Aceon®) is a medication which lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels; it is not a cure. High blood pressure levels can damage your kidneys, and may lead to a stroke or heart failure. Generic perindopril tablets are not yet available.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
• autoimmune disease (such as lupus), or suppressed immune function
• previous swelling of the tongue, face, or lips with difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, or tightening of the throat (angioedema)
• bone marrow disease
• diabetes
• heart or blood vessel disease
• low blood pressure
• kidney disease
• if you are on a special diet, such as a low-salt diet
• an unusual or allergic reaction to perindopril, other ACE inhibitors, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding
How should I take this medicine?
Take perindopril tablets by mouth one hour before meals. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking perindopril except on your prescriber's advice.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. If you take only one dose a day and forget to take it that day, do not take a double dose the next day.What drug(s) may interact with perindopril?
• antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen)
• gold compounds, often used for arthritis
• hawthorn
• heparin
• lithium
• medicines for diabetes
• medicines for high blood pressure
• monoamine oxidase inhibitors (Azilect®, Eldepryl®, Emsam®, Marplan®, Nardil®, Parnate®, Zelapar™)
• potassium salts
• water pills
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What should I watch for while taking perindopril?
Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Check your blood pressure regularly while you are taking perindopril. Ask your prescriber or health care professional what your blood pressure should be and when you should contact him or her. Stop taking perindopril and call your prescriber or health care professional if you have difficulty breathing, or notice any swelling of the lips, tongue or face.
Check with your prescriber or health care professional if you get an attack of severe diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, or if you sweat a lot. The loss of body fluid can make it dangerous to take perindopril.
You may get dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how perindopril affects you. To avoid dizzy or fainting spells, do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older person. Alcohol can make you more dizzy. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking perindopril.
Avoid salt substitutes or other foods or substances high in potassium salts.
Do not treat yourself for cough, sore throat, colds, or pain while you are using perindopril without asking your prescriber or health care professional for advice.
Women should inform their doctor if they wish to become pregnant or think they might be pregnant. There is a potential for serious side effects to an unborn child. Talk to your health care professional or pharmacist for more information.
What side effects may I notice from taking perindopril?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
• decreased amount of urine passed
• difficulty breathing, or difficulty swallowing
• dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting spells
• fast or uneven heart beat, palpitations, or chest pain
• fever or chills
• numbness or tingling in your fingers or toes
• skin rash, itching
• swelling of your face, lips, or tongue
• sore throat
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
• cough
• headache
• tiredness
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Protect from moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
Last updated: 7/1/2002
Important Disclaimer: The drug information provided here is for educational purposes only. It is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the diagnosis, treatment and advice of a medical professional. This drug information does not cover all possible uses, precautions, side effects and interactions. It should not be construed to indicate that this or any drug is safe for you. Consult your medical professional for guidance before using any prescription or over the counter drugs.
