Equator tablets against pressure - analogues and prices

Many people suffering from hypertension use the Equator pressure tablets. This drug is very popular among hypertensives. In general, the issue of high blood pressure is very serious, and therefore it is very important to choose exactly the medicine that will suit you. Today, more often in the treatment began to use drugs that consist of several medicinal components. This contributes to more effective elimination of the disease and the speedy removal of symptoms. To such combined preparations are tablets Equator.

Tablets Equator from pressure - description

Medication "Equator" from pressure - a remedy that includes lisinopril and amlodipine. The use of lisinopril for a long time makes it possible to improve blood supply, positively, the drug affects hypertrophy of the myocardium and arteries. Also, lisinopril reduces the overall peripheral vascular resistance, blood pressure and pressure in the capillary lungs. This component immediately after ingestion enters the bloodstream and has an impact for a long time. It is excreted from the body together with urine, as it does not take part in the metabolism process.

The second component, amlodipine, also reduces arterial pressure and has a beneficial effect on cardiac activity. Tablets "Equator" begin to operate an hour after application, but the full effect is achieved only after six hours. Absorbed in the blood of this element completely from the gastrointestinal tract, and then the full volume is derived through metabolic processes in the body.

In addition to lisinopril and amlodipine, Equator also contains magnesium stearate, sodium carboxymethyl starch and microcrystalline cellulose. An important point is that the use of this drug should be accompanied by monitoring the function of hematopoiesis. In addition, it is necessary to follow how Equator interacts with other drugs, and how the body reacts to the drug.

Externally white tablets with engraved letters A + L .The package may have a different number of tablets, and the tablets themselves differ in size.

Indications

Indications for the appointment of the "Equator" is heart failure and hypertension. Do not start independent treatment at all. When using this drug, treatment should be strictly prescribed by a doctor.

Equator is also prescribed by patients with angina pectoris, as it increases the permissible limit of physical exertion for this disease. In addition, he makes the progress of coronary disease more slow. And attacks of angina pectoris are not so frequent. The effect of these tablets is dose-dependent. The action of one tablet is enough for 24 hours. The advantage of this drug is that it can be used, including, and patients with diabetes mellitus, gout, asthma."Equator" does not participate in the metabolism, and therefore no impact on the development of these diseases will not.

Contraindications

• Contraindications may be, in the first place, allergic reactions to any of the components of the drug.
• This medication should not be taken by a minor or a pregnant woman. In the second and third trimester from the tablets, the fetus may have irregularities in the functioning of the kidneys, and there is a likelihood of developing malnutrition. If you took this medication before pregnancy, you must urgently stop doing it, and then, after consulting with a doctor, replace it with any other.
• Children under the age of 18 are not allowed to take the medication because of lack of reliable research results on the safety and efficacy of the drug in this age range.
• When Quinck is swallowed, it is not permitted to take Equator tablets, as well as with narrowing of the aorta or bicuspid heart valve.

With some medications, the drug may interact poorly and even cause serious side effects, so be sure to consult a doctor before use.

Usage and dosage of

Usually, the "Equator" is prescribed in cases where preparations with a separate content of lisinopril and amlodipine do not help, and complex effects of the elements are required. Equator is used mainly once a day, in rare cases, doctors prescribe more than one pill. Take the drug before, after and during meals.

The instruction for the use of the "Equator" tablets against pressure should be carefully read. It is important to strictly comply with the dosage, as excessive use of the drug threatens a strong expansion of blood vessels and a marked drop in blood pressure. In patients with a violation of the water-electrolyte balance, symptomatic arterial hypotension may occur.

Patients suffering from kidney failure should be given the optimal dosage of lisinopril and amlodipine before the appointment of the Equator. Only if the patient will normally perceive 10 mg and 5 mg of components, respectively, he can prescribe the tablet "Equator" from the pressure. The fact that this drug can worsen the work of the kidneys, so you need to monitor their functioning during the application of the "Equator", in case of deterioration - it is better to replace the tablets with others.

Special attention should also be paid to patients with liver problems. Since the bulk of amlodipine is processed specifically in this organ, the liver will receive additional stress. If it is contraindicated, then it is better to choose another drug.

In general, the use of the drug and dosage are the same for people of any age, but it is better for patients over 65 years to select an individual ratio.

Side effects of

Due to the fact that the drug is combined, there may be some side effects, such as:

• headache;
• dizziness;
• dry cough.

Also possible intestinal disorders, diarrhea, nausea, flatulence, constipation, pancreatitis, abdominal pain and decreased appetite.

Since the drug has an effect on the heart, it can be observed as a side effect of rapid heart rate, arrhythmia, tachycardia. Accompany the treatment may be increased drowsiness, confusion, fatigue, nervousness, depression, anxiety.

Some patients also have back pain, kidney failure, frequent urination, conjunctivitis, visual impairment, redness on the skin, muscle weakness, and an increase or decrease in weight. Any discomfort and serious changes should be discussed with the doctor, so as not to develop new diseases.

Analogues of the Equator

Today there are several analogues of the tablets "Equator", among them:

• "Amapin-L"
• "Amlipin"
• "Gipril-A"
• "Gipril-A Plus"
• "Combibril-Kv"
• "Egipres»
• « Enanorm »
• « Dalnev »
• « Triapin »
• « Koripren »
• « Enal L Kombi »
• « Perestance ».

These medications have the same composition and effect, they are also available in the form of tablets. In addition to these drugs, there are other analogues of the Equator from the pressure, so in the absence of the above drugs, you can pick up something else.

Price

The cost of preparation "Equator" from the pressure varies depending on the region and the number of tablets in the package. The average cost of one bundle - 10 pieces is 570 rubles in Moscow and 238 rubles in regions. In online pharmacies, you can find the drug at a lower cost of 212 rubles.

Reviews of the tablets "Equator" from the pressure are mostly good. Basically, the treatment prescribed by the doctor is good, and patients are satisfied with the use of these tablets. Often, patients experience some side effects, but strongly on the body it does not affect.

Application Feedback

Review No.1

My mom at the age of 75 takes the drug and feels great, the pressure jumps have stopped. However, a dry cough appeared, which, just, is a side effect of the drug.

Mila, 35 years old - Moscow

Review No.2

My husband had a kind of large dosage prescribed by a doctor, 2 tablets a day caused an allergic reaction to the skin.

As follows from the reviews, the drug is really effective, but you need to handle it carefully, as it causes side effects.

Lina, 40 years old - Spb