Enalapril 10 mg can cause various side effects, ranging from mild to serious. The most common side effects include:
- Dry, tickly cough[4][6][7]
- Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or fainting[3][5][7][8]
- Headache[2][5][6][8]
- Fatigue or feeling weak[1][2][3][6]
- Skin rash[3][5]
- Muscle cramps[2][8]
- Decrease in sexual ability[2]
- Upset stomach or nausea[1][2][8]
Some people may also experience increased potassium levels, which can result in muscle weakness or changes in heart rhythm[3].
Serious side effects of enalapril are less common, but require immediate medical attention. These may include:
- Angioedema (sudden swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, or eyes), which can cause difficulty breathing or swallowing[1][2][3][5][6][8]
- Severe allergic reactions (rash, itching, hives, trouble breathing, wheezing, or swelling)[1][2][3]
- Liver problems (yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, pale stools, right upper belly pain, loss of appetite)[1][2][3][7]
- Kidney problems (reduced urination, blood in urine, swelling in the ankles, feet, hands, or lower legs)[2][3][7]
- Infection risk (fever, sore throat, chills, mouth or throat sores, severe tiredness)[1][2][3][7]
- Chest pain, rapid/irregular heartbeat[2][5][8]
- Severe stomach pain (possible pancreatitis)[7]
- Confusion or fainting[1][3][8]
If you experience any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, swelling, chest pain, fainting, or signs of liver or kidney issues, you should seek medical care immediately.
References
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