ACE Inhibitor (Blood Pressure Medicine)
Brand of Captopril
Last reviewed April 2026
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Captopril is a blood pressure-lowering drug that works by relaxing your blood vessels so blood can flow more easily, reducing the strain on your heart.
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Usually started at 12.5mg to 25mg taken two or three times a day, and your doctor may gradually increase the dose. Take it on an empty stomach — at least one hour before food or two hours after eating. Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for it.
Avoid taking potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium while on captopril, as this can cause dangerously high potassium levels. NSAIDs like ibuprofen (commonly used for body pain in Nigeria) can reduce captopril's effect and harm your kidneys. Alcohol can make the blood pressure-lowering effect too strong, causing dizziness or fainting.
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Captopril is NOT safe during pregnancy — it can cause serious harm or death to your unborn baby, especially in the second and third trimesters. Also consult your doctor before using while breastfeeding.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat — Nigerian weather can be very hot, so avoid storing near windows or in your car. Keep the container tightly closed to protect from humidity, and always keep it out of children's reach.
For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under — especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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NAFDAC Number
A4-6728
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