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| Typical Brand Names: Aceon |
| Generic Names: Perindopril |
| Classification: Cardio and Blood, ACE inhibitors | |
(These are common indications for Aceon. There may be additional conditions not listed here. Check with your doctor if you have questions about your specific condition).
| Generic Name | Brand Name | Qty | Price | |
| Perindopril 2mg | Aceon 2mg | 30 | $57.00 |  |
| Perindopril 4mg | Aceon 4mg | 30 | $68.67 |  |
| Perindopril 2mg | Aceon 2mg | 60 | $92.00 |  |
| Perindopril 4mg | Aceon 4mg | 60 | $115.33 |  |
| Perindopril 2mg | Aceon 2mg | 90 | $127.00 |  |
| Perindopril 4mg | Aceon 4mg | 90 | $162.00 |  |
What is the most important information I should know about Aceon:
Do not take Aceon if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. When used during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, Aceon can cause injury and even death to the developing fetus. Notify your doctor immediately if you think you might be pregnant.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Aceon may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities and notify your doctor. Also use caution when rising from a sitting or lying position.
What is Aceon:
Aceon is in a class of drugs called angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors).
Aceon is used to lower high blood pressure and to reduce the risk of cardiovascular mortality or non-fatal heart attacks in certain patients.
Aceon may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
How Take Aceon:
Take Aceon exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Aceon can be taken with or without food.
Do not stop taking Aceon without first talking to your doctor. If you stop taking this medication suddenly, your condition could become worse.
Missed Dose:
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Overdose:
Seek emergency medical attention.
Symptoms of an overdose of Aceon may include extreme dizziness, weakness, fainting, and fatigue.
What should I avoid while taking Aceon:
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Aceon may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities and notify your doctor. Also use caution when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may further lower blood pressure and increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking Aceon.
Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking Aceon except under the direction of your doctor.
Heavy sweating, vomiting, diarrhea, or other causes of fluid loss may lead to very low blood pressure, dizziness, and fainting during therapy with Aceon. Maintain proper fluid intake to prevent dehydration and related adverse effects.
Possible Side Effects:
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Aceon and call your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment:
- an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
- little or no urine;
- chest pain;
- an irregular heartbeat or changes in your heartbeat;
- severe dizziness or fainting;
- or signs of an infection including a sore throat or a fever.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Aceon and talk to your doctor if you experience
- headache, dizziness, or lightheadedness;
- fatigue;
- dry, tickling cough;
- weakness, numbness, or tingling in the hands, feet, arms, or legs;
- nausea or upset stomach;
- taste disturbances;
- or itching, rash, or increased sweating.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Storage:
Store Aceon at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What other drugs will affect Aceon:
Before taking Aceon, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:
- a potassium supplement such as K-Dur, Klor-Con, and others;
- salt substitutes that contain potassium;
- any of the diuretics (water pills) triamterene (Dyrenium, Maxzide, Dyazide), spironolactone (Aldactone), or amiloride (Midamor);
- any other diuretic (water pill) such as hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ, HydroDiuril, others), furosemide (Lasix), bumetanide (Bumex), indapamide (Lozol), and others;
- lithium (Lithobid, Eskalith, others);
- digoxin (Lanoxin);
- indomethacin (Indocin);
- heparin;
- or cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune).
You may not be able to take Aceon, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during your treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Aceon or affect your condition. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
What does my medication look like:
Aceon is available with a prescription under the generic name Perindopril. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.
- Aceon 2 mg - oblong, white tablets
- Aceon 4 mg - oblong, pink tablets
- Aceon 8 mg - oblong, salmon-colored tablets
Note:
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed
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