IMIDAPRIL DARI PHARMA 5 mg TABLETS

Introduction

Package Leaflet: Information for the User

Imidapril Dari Pharma 5 mg TabletsEFG

Imidapril Hydrochloride

Read the entire package leaflet carefully before starting to take this medication, as it contains important information for you.

• Keep this package leaflet, as you may need to read it again.
• If you have any doubts, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medication has been prescribed to you only, and you should not give it to others, even if they have the same symptoms as you, as it may harm them.
• If you experience side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this package leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the Package Leaflet

1. What is Imidapril Dari Pharma and what is it used for
2. What you need to know before taking Imidapril Dari Pharma
3. How to take Imidapril Dari Pharma
4. Possible side effects
5. Storage of Imidapril Dari Pharma
6. Contents of the pack and further information

1. What is Imidapril Dari Pharma and what is it used for

Imidapril Dari Pharma belongs to a group of medications called ACE inhibitors (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors).

Imidapril Dari Pharma is indicated for the treatment of high blood pressure(hypertension).

If you have high blood pressure, Imidapril Dari Pharma will act by dilating blood vessels, making it easier for blood to circulate. As blood pressure depends on the diameter of blood vessels, your blood pressure will decrease with the help of Imidapril Dari Pharma. It will also be easier for your heart to pump blood through the vessels to the entire body.

2. What you need to know before taking Imidapril Dari Pharma

Do not take Imidapril Dari Pharma

• If you are allergicto imidapril, other ACE inhibitors, or any of the other components of this medication (listed in section 6).
• If you have ever suffered from angioedema (a severe allergic reactioncharacterized by swelling of the hands, feet, or ankles, face, lips, tongue, and throat, and which can lead to difficulty swallowing or breathing) after taking a medication similar to imidapril (ACE inhibitor).
• If you or a close relative have experienced angioedema.
• If you have any kidney diseaseor if you need to undergo dialysis.
• If you have diabetes or kidney failure and are being treated with a blood pressure medication containing aliskiren.
• If you are pregnant for more than 3 months (it is also best to avoid Imidapril Dari Pharma at the start of pregnancy – see the Pregnancy section).

Do not take Imidapril Dari Pharma if you are in any of the above situations.

Warnings and precautions

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting to take Imidapril Dari Pharma

• If you are dehydrated due to treatment with diuretics (medications to urinate), dialysis, a low-salt diet, or because you have had severe and prolonged vomiting or diarrhea. You are more likely to suffer from a significant drop in blood pressure (hypotension) when starting to take the tablets and may feel dizzy or faint.
• If you have been told that you have heart problems. Consult your doctor if you think you may have them.
• If you have liver problems.
• If you are diabetic.
• If you are following a treatment with potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium.
• If you are following a treatment with allopurinolto prevent gout, kidney stones, or high levels of uric acid.
• If you are following a treatment with procainamideto correct irregular heartbeats and to slow down a rapid heart rate.
• If you are taking a medication containing lithiumused to treat mania or depression.
• If you are allergic to insect bites and are following hypersensitivity treatment.
• If you are following immunosuppressive treatment, for example, after an organ transplant.
• If you have recently undergone a kidney transplant.
• If you are following a treatment called “LDL apheresis”to reduce cholesterol levels in the blood.
• If you suffer from a condition called “cerebrovascular disease”(narrowing of blood vessels in the brain).
• If you suffer from a disease known as “collagen vascular disease”,such as rheumatoid arthritis.
• If you are going to undergo surgeryor receive anesthesia, inform your doctor or dentist.
• If your blood pressure is not low enough. This type of medication seems to be less effective in people of black race.
• If you feel a sudden swelling of the lips and face, tongue and throat, neck, and possibly hands and feet, difficulty swallowing and breathing, hives, and hoarseness (“angioedema”).This can occur at any time during treatment. People of black race may be at higher risk of suffering from this situation. If you develop these symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.
• If you are taking any of the following medications used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension):

Or An angiotensin II receptor antagonist (ARA) (also known as “sartans” - e.g., valsartan, telmisartan, irbesartan), especially if you have kidney problems related to diabetes.

Or Aliskiren.

Your doctor may monitor your kidney function, blood pressure, and blood electrolyte levels (e.g., potassium) at regular intervals.

See also the information under the heading “Do not take Imidapril Dari Pharma”.

If you are pregnant (or think you may be pregnant), you must inform your doctor. The use of Imidapril Dari Pharma is not recommended at the start of pregnancy, and it should not be used from the third month of pregnancy onwards, as it may cause serious harm to your baby (see the Pregnancy section).

Children and adolescents

The use of Imidapril Dari Pharma tablets is not recommended in children.

While taking Imidapril Dari Pharma

If you develop any of the following symptoms, inform your doctor immediately:

• If you feel dizzy after the first dose. Some people react to the first dose or when the dose is increased and feel dizziness, weakness, fainting, or nausea.
• High temperature, sore throat, or mouth ulcers (these may be symptoms of an infection caused by a decrease in white blood cells in the blood).
• Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice), which can be a sign of liver disease.

Regular medical examinations will be necessary while taking Imidapril Dari Pharma, including regular blood tests. Close monitoring will be performed when starting treatment or in case of dose modification. Your doctor will indicate the necessary frequency of visits.

Other medications and Imidapril Dari Pharma

Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or may need to take any other medication.

Your doctor may need to modify your dose and/or take other precautions:

If you are taking an angiotensin II receptor antagonist (ARA) or aliskiren (see also the information under the headings “Do not take Imidapril Dari Pharma” and “Warnings and precautions”).

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy

You must inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, before using this medication. Your doctor will usually advise you to stop taking Imidapril Dari Pharma before becoming pregnant or as soon as you become pregnant and recommend taking another blood pressure medication instead. The use of Imidapril Dari Pharma is not recommended at the start of pregnancy and should not be used from the third month of pregnancy onwards, as it may cause serious harm to your baby.

Breastfeeding

Inform your doctor if you are about to start or are breastfeeding, as it is not recommended to administer Imidapril Dari Pharma to women during breastfeeding. Your doctor may decide to administer a treatment that is more suitable if you want to breastfeed, especially newborns or premature babies.

Driving and using machines

Imidapril Dari Pharma may make you feel dizzy or drowsy.

Do not drive a vehicle or use machines until you know if Imidapril Dari Pharma affects you.

Imidapril Dari Pharma contains lactose and sodium

This medication contains lactose. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to certain sugars, consult with them before taking this medication.

This medication contains less than 23 mg of sodium (1 mmol) per tablet; this is essentially “sodium-free”.

3. How to take Imidapril Dari Pharma

Follow the administration instructions of this medication exactly as indicated by your doctor or pharmacist. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

• Take the tablets approximately 15 minutes before meals
• Swallow the tablets with plenty of water
• Take the tablets always at the same time
• The tablet can be divided into equal doses

The recommended dose is:

Adults

The usual initial dose is 5 mg per day. After 3 weeks, it will be necessary to measure your blood pressure again to assess the results. Your doctor may increase the daily dose to 10 mg or up to 20 mg.

Your doctor may indicate starting with 2.5 mg per day

• if you have mild kidney problems or liver problems
• if you have heart problems, chest pain, problems related to cerebral blood vessels, low salt and/or fluid levels, or
• if there is a risk that your blood pressure may drop sharply

Patients over 65 years of age

Your doctor will start your treatment with 2.5 mg once a day and increase it up to 10 mg, depending on your reaction to the treatment.

Use in children

The use of Imidapril Dari Pharma tablets is not recommended in children.

If you take more Imidapril Dari Pharma than you should

If you have accidentally taken more tablets than the prescribed dose, consult your doctor immediately. Remember to bring the remaining tablets and the packaging with you. The most frequent signs and symptoms of overdose are decreased blood pressure, shock, and stupor (a state of almost total loss of consciousness), decreased heart rate, alterations in potassium or other electrolyte levels, and kidney failure. This may produce a feeling of general discomfort, feeling your heartbeat, or swelling of the fingers, legs, and toes (edema).

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone 91.562.04.20, indicating the medication and the amount ingested.

If you forget to take Imidapril Dari Pharma

Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses. Do not take the forgotten dose and continue with the usual dosing schedule.

If you stop taking Imidapril Dari Pharma

Do not stop taking Imidapril Dari Pharma unless your doctor recommends it. If you stop taking this medication, your blood pressure may rise. If your blood pressure is too high, it can affect the functioning of your heart and kidneys.

If you have any other doubts about the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible Adverse Effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause adverse effects, although not all people suffer from them.

It is very important that you contact your doctor immediately and stop taking Imidapril Dari Pharma if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• headache, dizziness, dizziness, possibly accompanied by vision disturbance. This is particularly important when starting treatmentor when the dose is increased
• difficulty breathing
• rash or itching
• a severe allergic reaction that causes swelling in the face or throat (angioedema) blisters on the skin, mouth, eyes, and genitals (toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome)
• yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by liver or blood problems (jaundice)

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you develop any of the following adverse effects:

Common Adverse Effects(may affect up to 1 in 10 people)

• fatigue/drowsiness
• cough
• nausea (feeling sick)

Uncommon Adverse Effects(may affect up to 1 in 100 people)

• feeling your own heartbeat (palpitations)
• narrowing of the blood vessels in the brain (cerebrovascular disease)
• feeling of fainting
• tingling or numbness of the hands or feet
• swelling and irritation inside the nose
• vomiting
• pain in the upper abdomen
• indigestion (discomfort in the stomach)
• bronchitis
• viral infection
• upper respiratory tract infection
• chest pain
• pain in the limbs
• swelling of the fingers, legs, and toes (edema)

Rare Adverse Effects(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)

• reduction (decrease in the number) of white blood cells, which makes infections more likely
• reduction (decrease in the number) of red blood cells, which can cause paleness of the skin, weakness, and shortness of breath

Effects on Blood Test Results

Imidapril Dari Pharma may cause changes in the composition of the blood. Your doctor will perform regular blood tests and explain the results to you

The following adverse effects have been described with this type of medication:

• blurred vision
• balance disorders; confusion; ringing in the ears
• fatigue; depression; sleep disorders; impotence
• taste disorders
• heart rhythm disorders (faster, irregular); heart attack; transient ischemic symptoms
• increased risk of bleeding or bruising
• hives; skin redness
• hair loss
• shortness of breath; wheezing
• inflammations - for example, of the nasal cavities (sinusitis), tongue (glossitis), liver (hepatitis), pancreas (pancreatitis), or stomach lining (gastritis)
• diarrhea; constipation; dry mouth
• intestinal blockage; inflammation of the intestines causing colic
• kidney problems
• fever
• muscle pain; joint pain

Reporting Adverse Effects

If you experience any type of adverse effect, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is a possible adverse effect that is not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: By reporting adverse effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Imidapril Dari Pharma

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not store at a temperature above 30°C. Store in the original package.

Do not use this medicine after the expiration date that appears on the package and the blister after CAD. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

Medicines should not be thrown away through wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packages and medicines you no longer need at the SIGRE Point in the pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packages and medicines you no longer need. This will help protect the environment.

6. Package Contents and Additional Information

Composition of Imidapril Dari Pharma

• The active ingredient is imidapril hydrochloride. Each tablet contains 5 mg of imidapril hydrochloride.
• The other ingredients are: anhydrous calcium hydrogen phosphate, pregelatinized corn starch, lactose monohydrate, sodium croscarmellose (E 468), and glycerol distearate.

Appearance of the Product and Package Contents

Imidapril Dari Pharma tablets are white, oblong, with the inscription "K1" on one side and scored on both sides.

The medicine is available in aluminum/aluminum blisters, packages with 14, 28, and 56 tablets.

Only some package sizes may be marketed.

Marketing Authorization Holder

Dari Pharma, S.L.U.

Gran Via Carles III, 98, 10th floor

08028 Barcelona - Spain

Manufacturer

Neuraxpharm Pharmaceuticals, S.L.

Avda. Barcelona, 69

08970 Sant Joan Despí (Barcelona) - Spain

Date of the Last Revision of this Leaflet: June 2021

Detailed information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS): http://www.aemps.gob.es/