I read the reviews here prior to taking Ramipril and almost refused to take it because of the number of negative reviews. Let me say in the one month I have now taken the 2.5mg of Ramipril, I have had absolutly no adverse side effects. Both the upper and lower readings on my BP are down from 12 to 20 points. Perhaps only those with side effects give reviews so I felt compelled to share my posi...
I just would like to know why do i take this drug! My blood pressure is ranging from 135/90 - 147/95.
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mosnar1928d2fogw | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year |
10/15/2008
Condition: Treatment to Prevent a Heart Attack
Overall rating 5.0
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ok so far
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/10/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 4.0
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good
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months |
9/4/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 4.0
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Junie | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
9/3/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 3.7
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Blood pressure still not down completely.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
8/16/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 4.7
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After reading the reviews on the medication-I realized that the slight rash on my arms was possibly caused by it. Have appt. with Dr in Sept. will check on it. Was taking Altace and thought price of Ramipril was more reasonable, but maybe going back will relieve the rash. Thanks
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ye | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
7/24/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 3.3
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
7/2/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 1.7
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caused rash on arms and legs with severe itching .went back to altace ,had been using for two years,sometimes cheap isnt better.
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Unknow | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/10/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 3.0
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I have been on Ramipril 2.5mg for 31/2 months. I do not take the medication on a regular basis. I have been having lots of swelling in my leg and I am not sure if the medication is causing this.
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lawr | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
6/2/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 2.3
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I have had severe migraines and could not find cause. I ran out of Ramipril over the weekend and my headaches have stopped. I believe the culprit is the Ramipril. I wonder if any one else have had headaches due to Ramipril.
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Jim | 65-74 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/21/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 2.3
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My Altace was working fine. On it for 3 yrs. Pharmacy switched me to RAMIPRIL. Within 24 hrs I had a severe RASH on both legs. I'm back on Altace, no more rash! OBTW, BP controlled very well again.
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KLO | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/21/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 2.0
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Since I began taking Ramipril 2.5 mg I have had about 2-3 episodes per week of the left side of my neck going numb, lasting for about 3-5 minutes each time. Before taking it, my carotid arteries were checked to be clear, and I can't explain it any other way. I took Altace 2.5 mg previously, but it was too expensive,so my Dr. prescribed Ramipril.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months |
4/19/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 1.3
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Was on Altace with great results pharmacy substituted with "remipril 10 mg." took it for about 1 1/2 months. Blood pressure was no longer controlled as with Altace, had a BAD rash on legs. Asked Dr. and he did not feel remipril was the reason. Dr. changed to Benicar since I still had leg rash and blood pressure was not controlled. Will see if this helps. Rash is going away after 1 day of being off of Remipril. I also take Toprol XL,HCTZ,Norvasc, and Zocor.
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Koka | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/5/2008
Condition: Stroke Prevention
Overall rating 4.3
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Just started using medication as a generic for Altace. Haven't noticed any side effects at this point.
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ah goh | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
1/21/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 2.7
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I dont know, so far I cant be sure that it affect my sexual life! Possible or not? After i took the medication, I couldn't get any eraction!
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wader | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
1/6/2008
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 4.7
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lower blood pressure,last check-up.
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Anonymous | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
11/29/2007
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 4.0
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High pressure due to heart condition.periods of high spiking.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Caregiver
10/12/2007
Condition: High Blood Pressure
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I just would like to know why do i take this drug! My blood pressure is ranging from 135/90 - 147/95.
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