Perindopril Tablets (2mg, 4mg, 8mg)

Perindopril tablets belong to a type of medication known as ACE Inhibitors. ACE stands for Angiotensin Converting Enzyme. ACE Inhibitors are so-called because they inhibit the enzyme that controls hormones relating to blood pressure. This means that Perindopril tablets relax and widen the blood vessels, making it easier for blood to flow through the body whilst reducing blood pressure.

If you buy Perindopril tablets for high blood pressure they should be taken once daily with a glass of water, preferably at the same time each day.

You may be prescribed a 4mg dosage to start with, and then take Perindopril 8mg Tablets further into your treatment. 8mg is the maximum recommended dose daily.

Whenever you buy Perindopril tablets online or through your local GP always follow the directions given to you by your prescriber and ask your Pharmacist if you are unsure about taking your Perindopril tablets.

Find out how you can help reduce your high blood pressure at home.

Around a third of adults in the UK have high blood pressure, although many will not realise it. The only way to find out if your blood pressure is high is to have your blood pressure checked. Adults over 40 are advised to get their blood pressure checked every 5 years.

If your blood pressure is high you are at risk of developing certain diseases and can be a sign of more serious issues like obesity. Medication such as Perindopril tablets can help reduce your blood pressure.

You can find out more information about blood pressure on the Patient Info website, alternatively use our Ask-A-Pharmacist service to support any questions you have.

Common causes of high blood pressure include:

• age the risk of developing high blood pressure increases as you get older
• a family history of high blood pressure
• being of African or Caribbean origin
• a high amount of salt in your food
• lack of exercise
• being overweight
• regularly drinking large amounts of alcohol
• smoking
• long-term sleep deprivation
• Long term health conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease and lupus

Making healthy lifestyle changes can help keep your blood pressure at a normal level. High blood pressure can also be triggered by certain medications. These include:

• the contraceptive pill
• steroids
• non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and naproxen
• some pharmacy cough and cold remedies
• some herbal remedies particularly those containing liquorice
• some recreational drugs such as cocaine and amphetamines
• some selective serotonin-noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor (SSNRI) antidepressants such as venlafaxine

Some symptoms can include:

• Headache
• Fatigue or confusion
• Vision problems
• Chest pain
• Difficulty breathing
• Irregular heartbeat
• Blood in the urine
• Pounding in your chest, neck, or ears

If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor straight away.

It may be useful to learn more information regarding the causes and symptoms of high blood pressure before you buy Perindopril tablets online.

You should not take Perindopril tablets if:

• You’re allergic to any of the ingredients.
• You’ve experienced Angioedema.
• You’re diabetic or have impaired kidney function.
• You are pregnant.

You should consult your pharmacist or prescriber before taking Perindopril tablets if:

• You have Aortic Stenosis, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, or Renal Artery Stenosis.
• You have any other heart, liver or kidney problems.
• You are going to have desensitization treatment to treat an allergy to bee or wasp stings.
• You will undergo anaesthesia for an operation.
• You are on a low salt diet or use salt substitutes that contain potassium.
• You suffer from Lupus or Scleroderma.
• You will undergo LDL-Apheresis, a treatment that removes cholesterol from your blood.

If you’re unsure if you should take Perindopril tablets, use our free Ask-a-Pharmacist service and well do our best to answer any questions you have about the medication.

Perindopril tablets can interact with certain medications. You should consult your pharmacist or prescriber before taking Perindopril tablets if you also currently taking:

• Aliskiren, a blood pressure medication.
• Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBS), also known as Sartans (e.g, Valsartan).
• Medicines or supplements that increase levels of potassium in the body.
• Immunosuppressants such as Ciclosporin.
• Anti-inflammatory medicines such as Ibuprofen.

For a more comprehensive list of medication interactions, read the Patient Information Leaflet before you buy Perindopril tablets online.

As with any medication, when you buy Perindopril tablets online and commence treatment, it’s always possible to experience side effects when taking Perindopril for blood pressure.

When starting your treatment of Perindopril for blood pressure, you may feel dizzy or lightheaded when standing up. This side effect tends to lessen with time but may reoccur when upping your dosage.

Other side effects may include:

• Headaches
• A dry, tickly cough
• Vision disturbances
• Nausea

If you do experience any swelling of the face, mouth or throat and shortness of breath, stop taking Perindopril immediately and seek medical help. You may be experiencing Angioedema.

You can buy Perindopril tablets online from e-Surgery.

Whenever you buy Perindopril tablets online or any other medication, always make sure the website is a registered pharmacy with the GPhC logo on the bottom of each page.

You can use the GPhC website to check if a pharmacy is registered. This ensures that when you buy Perindopril tablets online they are genuine.

You can find out more information before you buy Perindopril tablets online in the Patient Information Leaflet.

You can also use our completely free Ask-a-Pharmacist service to get health advice from a trained professional. We’re here to help!

We have also created a blog post with home remedies for high blood pressure. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your treatment, take the time to read through it as it contains useful information.

If you choose to buy Perindopril tablets online with e-Surgery prices start from 8.95. This includes the cost of private prescription.

Please read the Perindopril Patient Information Leaflet for specific instructions on how to store Perindopril tablets.

e-Surgery uses Royal Mail delivery with choices starting from; Royal Mail 48 tracked delivery, Royal Mail tracked 24 and Royal Mail 1 pm special delivery. (discover more about e-Surgery delivery). When you buy Perindopril tablets online they will arrive in discreet, recyclable packaging at a delivery address of your choice.

Find out more if you are unsure how to recycle our packaging.

When you buy Perindopril tablets online they will come in blister packs that are not currently recyclable, so once they have been used can be disposed of in a general waste bin. If the Perindopril tablets are unfinished dispose of the medication safely and drop them off at a local pharmacy. Cardboard packaging and paper patient information leaflets are recyclable.

For any more information on the disposal of Verapamil tablets, you can use our free Ask-A-Pharmacist service.