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Patient Information Leaflet STARIL ™Fosinopril sodium Your doctor has prescribed Staril Tablets for you. Please read this before you take your medicine. This leaflet gives a summary of information about your medicine. If you want to know more, or are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or pharmacist REMEMBER: This medicine is for YOU. Only a doctor can prescribe it. Never give it to anyone else. It may harm them even if they have the same symptoms as you. WHAT IS IN STARIL TABLETS? The active ingredient in Staril Tablets is fosinopril sodium The tablets come in two different strengths: 10 mg and 20 mg The other ingredients are crospovidone, lactose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyvidone and sodium stearyl fumarate Staril™ Tablets are supplied in blister strips of 28 tablets per carton U.K. PRODUCT LICENCE HOLDER: E.R. Squibb & Sons Limited 141-149 Staines Road, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW3 3JA PL NUMBERS: 10mg PL 0034/0293 20mg PL 0034/0294 Manufacturer: Bristol-Myers Squibb SpA., Contrada Fontana del Ceraso 03012 Anagni (Fr.) Italy or Bristol-Myers Squibb Pharmaceuticals Limited, Reeds Lane, Moreton, Wirral, Merseyside L46 1QW Q: What is this medicine for? A: Staril belongs to a group of medicines called Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors, or ACE Inhibitors for short Staril™ is used to lower high blood pressure. You may feel quite well but high blood pressure is one of the causes of heart attacks and strokes. In addition, Staril can make it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body This product is not for use in children BEFORE TAKING YOUR MEDICINE: Q: Should you be taking Staril Tablets? A: DO NOT take these tablets it you answer YES to any of the following questions:
Q: Can I take any other medicine? A: Not unless they have been discussed with your doctor or |
pharmacist. These include medicines from pharmacies for colds, coughs, hayfever or sinus problems as these may increase your blood pressure. If you are also taking lithium, potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium, or any other treatment for high blood pressure, remind your doctor before taking Staril. Q: Can I drive? A: Staril Tablets do not usually affect your ability to drive. However, if you feel light-headed or dizzy, do not drive and check with your doctor. Q: Can I drink alcohol? A: There is no interaction between Staril and moderate amounts of alcohol. However, you should check with your doctor whether drinking is advisable for you. Q: Who should I tell that I am taking Staril? A: Doctor - before having any surgery or emergency treatment, or if he prescribes any new treatment. Dentist - before having any dental surgery Pharmacists - before buying any medicines. Q: How much exercise should I take? A: As you start feeling better you may try to do too much and feel faint, especially in hot weather. Make sure you discuss with your doctor a safe amount of exercise for you . TAKING YOUR MEDICINE: Q: How should I take Staril Tablets: A: The usual starting dose is 1.0mg once a day This dose may be increased by your doctor up to 40mg daily. Tablets should be swallowed with a glass of water Q: Can I take the tablets before or after meals? A: It does not matter Antacids reduce the absorption of Staril and so administration of Staril and antacids should be separated by 2 hours Q: How long should I take the tablets? A: It is important that you take Staril Tablets until your doctor tells you to stop. Keep your doctor's appointments even if you feel well. Q: What it I miss or forget to take a dose? A: If you miss a dose, do not worry. Just carry on taking your normal dose when the next one is due. DO NOT take a double dose to make up for the one you missed. Q: When I am on treatment do I need to see my doctor? A: Yes, the doctor will need to examine you from time to time and may need to perform a blood test to check how your kidneys are working and to monitor your blood picture. Q: What it I take too many tablets or a child swallows some? A: Go to your nearest hospital Casualty Department or tell your doctor immediately. If the person has fainted, lay them down and raise their feet higher than their head.
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UNDESIRABLE EFFECTS: Q: Are there any unwanted effects of Staril? A: Any medicine may cause some unwanted or 'side' effects in a few patients. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any of these: swelling of the hands, face, lips or tongue, difficulty in breathing, sore throat or fever, persistent skin rash, persistent cough, severe abdominal pain, unusually last or irregular heart beat, severe fainting or dizziness. Sometimes Staril causes vomiting, diarrhoea, pains in the bones and muscles, pins and needles, tiredness or taste impairment Tell your doctor or pharmacist d you notice any troublesome side effects |
LOOKING AFTER YOUR MEDICINE :You will see an 'EXPIRY DATE' on the outer packaging of Staril Tablets. Do not use after this date. Keep all your medicines where children cannot reach them, preferably in a locked cupboard or medicine cabinet. Keep Staril Tablets at room temperature, below 30°C. in a dry place. They should not get too hot or damp; so do not leave your tablets near a radiator, on a window sill, or in the bathroom. If your doctor decides to stop the tablets, take the remainder back to a pharmacy. DATE OF LAST REVISION: March 1995 |
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