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Brand Name
Enacard
Pronunciation
e-NAL-a-pril
Common Drug Name
Enalapril
What should I discuss with my veterinarian while considering Enalapril?
Talk to your veterinarian about what type of outcome is expected. Have your veterinarian explain the other treatment options that may be available to treat your pet's condition. Understand what type of monitoring may be necessary while your pet is taking Enalapril.
Tell your veterinarian if your pet has kidney disease, blood abnormalities, a vascular disease such as systemic lupus erythematosis (SLE), may be pregnant, or may be used for breeding.
Notify your veterinarian of any other medications or supplements your pet is taking, and if your pet has had any reactions to previous medications.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, give it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to the regular schedule. Do not give two doses at once.
What is the most important information I should know?
Give Enalapril exactly as your veterinarian prescribes. Do not stop the medication or decrease the dose unless instructed to do so by your veterinarian. If your pet experience diarrhea, vomiting, or the symptoms worsen while on Enalapril, contact your veterinarian.
Who should not take it?
Do not use in animals that are hypersensitive (allergic) to this drug or other ACE inhibitors. Not for use in pregnant and lactating animals (female animals nursing their young).
Use with caution in animals with kidney disease.
What side effects may be seen when taking Enalapril?
You may see loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, listlessness, and incoordination. You may also see low blood pressure, which may cause weakness or collapse; kidney dysfunction, which may cause increased thirst and/or changes in urination; and abnormally high potassium levels, which may cause weakness, a slow heart rate, and a weak pulse. Contact your veterinarian if your pet has any of these signs.
If your pet experiences an allergic reaction to the medication, signs may include facial swelling, hives, scratching, sudden onset of diarrhea, vomiting, shock, seizures, pale gums, cold limbs, or coma. If you observe any of these signs, contact your veterinarian immediately.
How is it stored?
Store at room temperatures (less than 86° F) in a tightly closed, childrproof container, protected from moisture. Do not remove the desiccant. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
What should I do if I know of or suspect there has been an overdose?
The most common sign of an overdose is weakness. May also see any of the other side effects listed above. If you know or suspect your pet has had an overdose, or if you observe any of these signs in your pet, contact your veterinarian immediately.
What should I avoid when giving my pet Enalapril?
Consult your veterinarian before using Enalapril with any other medications, including vitamins and supplements, diuretics (e.g. Lasix, Salix), other vasodilators, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) e.g., aspirin, etodolac (EtoGesic), carprofen (Novox or Rimadyl), meloxicam (Metacam, firocoxib (previcox), tepoxalin (Zubrin), or deracoxib (Deramaxx), since interactions may occur.
This medication is commonly given along with diuretics such as furosemide (Lasix, Salix), and may require adjustment of the diuretic dose by your veterinarian.
Where is more information available?
Ask your veterinarian, consult with one of our pharmacists at 1-800-447-3021, or see the
Patient Information Sheet on this medication.
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