Pros & Cons
Ramipril (Altace) Pros and Cons
- Most people need to take ramipril once a day by mouth.
- If you have trouble swallowing pills, you can open the ramipril capsules and mix the contents with some applesauce, apple juice, or water.
- There is a lower-cost generic available.
- Dry cough is a common and bothersome side effect of ramipril.
- This medicine may not be the best choice for Black people due to a higher risk of angioedema (swelling).
- It is not safe for use during pregnancy.
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