What is Genpril?
Genpril (NSAID) is a drug that reduces inflammation. Genpril can be used to treat minor injuries and pain, such as menstrual cramps or pain caused by toothache. Genpril can be prescribed to adults as well as children older than 6 months.
Side effects of Genpril
If you experience symptoms of an allergy, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling on your face and throat, or severe skin reactions like a fever, sore neck, burning eyes, or skin pain with blisters or peeling, seek emergency medical attention. If any of these symptoms present themselves, seek emergency medical assistance immediately.
Genpril can cause severe side effects. Genpril should be stopped immediately, and you must call your doctor if:
- Changes in your vision
- Shortness of breath
- Swelling or rapid weight gain
- Skin rashes refers to any sort of outbreak on the body, no matter how mild.
- Signs of stomach bleeding include bloody or tarry stool, vomiting that looks like coffee, or coughing up or recooking blood.
- Liver problems: nausea, upper stomach discomfort, fatigue, flu-like signs, loss of appetite, and dark urine or clay-colored stool, as well as jaundice.
- Low red blood cells (anemia). Pale skin. Feeling lightheaded. Rapid heartbeat. Trouble concentrating.
- Kidney problems include little or no urine, pain, or difficulty urinating. You may also experience swelling of your ankles or feet or feel tired.
Genpril side effects may include:
- Nausea, vomiting, gas;
- Bleeding;
- Dizziness, headache.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Report side effects by calling the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Genpril may increase the risk of a fatal stroke or heart attack. Genpril should not be used before or immediately after heart bypass surgery. This medication can also cause fatal stomach or intestinal blood clots.
Before you take this drug
Genpril may increase the risk of a fatal stroke or heart attack, even when you have no risk factors. This medicine should not be used before or immediately after heart bypass surgery. Genpril can also cause fatal stomach and intestinal bleeding. You may not be aware of these conditions if you use this medication, particularly if you're older. Genpril should be avoided if the user is allergic or if they have had a severe reaction to aspirin, NSAIDs, or other NSAIDs.
If you've ever:
- Heart condition, hypertension, cholesterol, or diabetes;
- A heart attack, stroke, or blood clot
- Stomach ulcers and bleeding
- Liver or kidney disease
- Asthma;
- If you are taking aspirin for heart attacks or stroke prevention,
Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you're pregnant or nursing. Do not take Genpril if you're pregnant unless you have been told to by your doctor. NSAIDs can lead to serious kidney or heart problems for the baby, as well as pregnancy complications. Genpril should not be given to children younger than six months without consulting a physician.
How to take Genpril?
Follow all instructions contained on your package or as laid out by your physician.Use the lowest effective dose to treat your condition. A Genpril dose in excess can cause damage to your stomach and intestines. The recommended maximum is 3200 milligrams of ibuprofen per dose for adults. The dose for a child is determined by their age and weight. Follow the instructions on the Genpril children's product for your child's age and weight. If you have any questions, ask a pharmacist or doctor. Genpril can be taken with milk or food to reduce stomach upset. Before measuring a dosage, shake the orally suspended liquid. You can use the syringe that comes with your medicine or a dose-measuring device. The chewable tablet must be chewed before it can be swallowed. Keep the liquid medicine at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. Don't allow liquid medicines to freeze.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Genpril can be used as needed, and you might not have a regular dosing regimen. If it is almost time to take your next dose, skip any missed doses. Never take two doses in one go.
What happens if I overdose?
Call the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222 or seek emergency medical care. The symptoms of an overdose may include nausea and vomiting, stomach discomfort, sleepiness or black or bloody stool, coughing blood, or shallow breathing.
What should be avoided?
They may contain ingredients similar to Genpril (such as aspirin, this medicine,or naproxen). These medicines may have ingredients that are similar to Genpril, such as aspirin or this medicine. Aspirin should only be taken if your doctor recommends it. Genpril may reduce the effectiveness of aspirin in protecting blood vessels and your heart if you are also taking aspirin. Take this medication at least eight hours or thirty minutes before you take non-enteric-coated aspirin. Alcohol is harmful to your health. Alcohol can increase the risk of bleeding in your stomach.
Interaction with other drug
Before using Genpril, ask your doctor if you are taking an antidepressant. Certain antidepressants may make you bruise easily or bleed more. Before using Genpril in conjunction with other drugs, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- Cyclosporine;
- Lithium;
- Methotrexate;
- A blood thinner, such as warfarin (coumadin), jantoven, or coumadin;
- Heart or blood pressure medications, such as diuretics or "water pills,"
- Steroid medicine (such as prednisone).
The list below is not exhaustive. Genpril may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription, over-the-counter, or herbal products. This list does not include all possible drug-drug interactions.
