Aceon

Aceon

     * Generic Name: perindopril erbumine
     * Brand Name: Aceon


     * What is perindopril (Aceon)?
     * What are the possible side effects of perindopril (Aceon)?
     * What is the most important information I should know about
       perindopril (Aceon)?
     * What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking
       perindopril (Aceon)?
     * How should I take perindopril (Aceon)?
     * What happens if I miss a dose (Aceon)?
     * What happens if I overdose (Aceon)?
     * What should I avoid while taking perindopril (Aceon)?
     * What other drugs will affect perindopril (Aceon)?
     * Where can I get more information (Aceon)?

What is perindopril (Aceon)?

   Perindopril is an ACE inhibitors. ACE stands for angiotensin
   converting enzyme.

   Perindopril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension)
   and to prevent heart attack in people with coronary artery
   disease.

   Perindopril may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication
   guide.

What are the possible side effects of perindopril (Aceon)?

   Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:
   hives; severe stomach pain, difficult breathing; swelling of your face,
   lips, tongue, or throat.

   Call your doctor at once if you have:
     * a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
     * fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms, sores in your mouth and
       throat;
     * little or no urination;
     * swelling, rapid weight gain;
     * high potassium--nausea, slow or unusual heart rate, weakness,
       loss of movement;
     * pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding; or
     * jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

   Common side effects may include:
     * dizziness;
     * back pain; or
     * cough.

   This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call
   your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side
   effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about perindopril
(Aceon)?

   Do not use if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant, stop taking
   this medicine and tell your doctor right away.

   You should not use perindopril if you have hereditary angioedema.

   If you have diabetes, do not use perindopril together with any
   medication that contains aliskiren (such as Amturnide,
   Tekturna, Tekamlo).

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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking perindopril
(Aceon)?

   You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to perindopril or
   if:
     * you have hereditary angioedema; or
     * you are allergic to any other ACE inhibitor, such as
       benazepril, captopril, enalapril, fosinopril,
       lisinopril, moexipril, quinapril, ramipril, or
       trandolapril.

   If you have diabetes, do not use perindopril together with any
   medication that contains aliskiren (Amturnide, Tekturna, Tekamlo).

   You may also need to avoid taking perindopril with aliskiren if you
   have kidney disease.

   You should not use perindopril if you have hereditary angioedema.

   To make sure perindopril is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
     * kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
     * liver disease;
     * heart disease or congestive heart failure;
     * diabetes; or
     * a connective tissue disease such as Marfan syndrome,
       Sjogren's syndrome, lupus, scleroderma, or
       rheumatoid arthritis.

   Do not use if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant, stop taking
   this medicine and tell your doctor right away. Perindopril can cause
   injury or death to the unborn baby if you take the medicine during your
   second or third trimester.

   It is not known whether perindopril passes into breast milk or if it
   could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
   baby.

How should I take perindopril (Aceon)?

   Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may
   occasionally change your dose. Do not take this medicine in larger or
   smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

   Take each dose with a full glass of water. Drink plenty of liquids
   while you are taking perindopril.

   Perindopril can be taken with or without food.

   Call your doctor if you have ongoing vomiting or diarrhea, or if
   you are sweating more than usual. You can easily become dehydrated
   while taking perindopril. This can lead to very low blood pressure,
   electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure.

   Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. Your kidney or liver
   function may also need to be checked.

   If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are
   using perindopril. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short
   time.

   If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this
   medication even if you feel well. High blood pressure often has no
   symptoms. You may need to use blood pressure medication for the rest of
   your life.

   Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

   Aceon Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose
   High Blood Pressure: Learn About Hypertension

   High Blood Pressure Slideshow Pictures
   RxList

   Take the Salt Quiz!
   Lowering Blood Pressure:Exercise Tips for Getting Started

   Lowering Blood Pressure Exercise Tips Pictures

What happens if I miss a dose (Aceon)?

   Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if
   it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra
   medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose (Aceon)?

   Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at
   1-800-222-1222.

   Overdose symptoms may include feeling extremely dizzy or light-headed,
   or fainting.

What should I avoid while taking perindopril (Aceon)?

   Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may
   feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.

   Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking
   perindopril, unless your doctor has told you to.

What other drugs will affect perindopril (Aceon)?

   Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or
   stop using, especially:
     * gold injections to treat arthritis;
     * lithium;
     * NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)--aspirin, ibuprofen
       (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), celecoxib,
       diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, and others;
     * a potassium supplement;
     * salt substitutes that contain potassium; or
     * a diuretic or "water pill."

   This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with perindopril,
   including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and
   herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this
   medication guide.

Where can I get more information (Aceon)?

   Your pharmacist can provide more information about perindopril.
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