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Monopril TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: fosinopril

Brand name

(ARTG)

: MONOPRIL fosinopril sodium 10mg tablet blister pack

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Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

HYPERTENSION: MONOPRIL is indicated in the treatment of mild to moderate hypertension. MONOPRIL is effective alone as initial therapy or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. The antihypertensive effects of MONOPRIL and diuretics used concomitantly are approximately additive. Data have not been provided to support the use of MONOPRIL in severe or renovascular hypertension. HEART FAILURE: MONOPRIL is indicated for the management of heart failure when added to conventional therapy, including diuretics.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, uncoated
  • Oral
  • White to off-white, biconvex, flat-end diamond shape with "158" on one side and a star design on the other side.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Moisture
  • Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Moisture
  • Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 10 tablets pack
  • 30 tablets pack
  • 5 tablets pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient fosinopril

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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