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How Long Do Side Effects Of Ramipril Last?
Question: I was mistakenly given a bottle of Ramipril instead of Venlafaxine by my pharmacist. I have been taking two 10mg capsules for the past week. My side effects include cough, dizziness, over tired, and weight gain. I have now stopped this and obviously the Venlafaxine (I was trying to ween off anyways). How long will these side effects from the Ramipril last? I have consulted my doctor and he told me not to worry but these side effects are effecting my job. The dry cough is the only thing that is keeping me awake. The dizziness is making me nauseous.
Brief Answer:
Suggest antihistamine and possibly antiemetic.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for using Healthcare Magic.
It would appear you have suffered from an unfortunate mistake. The side effects you list are known to occur in approximately 1 in 100 people taking Ramipril. You can be reassured that these effects will not be long-lasting. I would anticipate they will wear off in the next week.
I advise an antihistamine taken at night will both suppress your cough and help you sleep. Antihistamines are available over the counter. The dizziness is likely to be related to a lowered blood pressure so I suggest you do not take unnecessary exercise for the next week. Your tiredness may be related to lack of sleep and taking an antihistamine at before bed may help. Your nausea may be help by an antiemetic such as cyclizine. If the nausea is troublesome, I suggest you discuss an antiemetic with your doctor.
I hope this is of help. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger,
MBChB FRCA
Suggest antihistamine and possibly antiemetic.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for using Healthcare Magic.
It would appear you have suffered from an unfortunate mistake. The side effects you list are known to occur in approximately 1 in 100 people taking Ramipril. You can be reassured that these effects will not be long-lasting. I would anticipate they will wear off in the next week.
I advise an antihistamine taken at night will both suppress your cough and help you sleep. Antihistamines are available over the counter. The dizziness is likely to be related to a lowered blood pressure so I suggest you do not take unnecessary exercise for the next week. Your tiredness may be related to lack of sleep and taking an antihistamine at before bed may help. Your nausea may be help by an antiemetic such as cyclizine. If the nausea is troublesome, I suggest you discuss an antiemetic with your doctor.
I hope this is of help. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger,
MBChB FRCA
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Dr. Kerry Pottinger
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