Aceon (Perindopril)

What is Aceon?

Aceon belongs to a family of drugs known as ACE (angiotensin converting enzyme) inhibitors.

What is Aceon used for?

Aceon is indicated for the treatment of high blood pressure or hypertension. Controlled blood pressure helps prevent heart attacks, strokes and kidney problems.

How does Aceon work?

Aceon works by relaxing blood vessels and causing them to widen. This reduces blood pressure and improves blood flow.

How to use Aceon

Aceon should be taken in the manner prescribed by the doctor. Taking it for longer periods or in larger amounts than recommended can cause health problems.

The drug is usually taken once or twice daily (as directed by the doctor). It can be taken with or without food, but has to be taken with a full glass of water. Remember to take the medicine at the same time each day. Drink plenty of fluids, while on the dosing schedule of this medication.

Get your blood pressure checked on a regular basis while using Aceon.

Aceon warnings and precautions

Do not use this drug if you are allergic to perindopril or to other ACE inhibitors like moexipril (Univasc), trandolapril (Mavik), benazepril (Lotensin), ramipril (Altace), captopril (Capoten), quinapril (Accupril), fosinopril (Monopril), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), or enalapril (Vasotec).

Prior to taking Aceon, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, kidney or liver disease, congestive heart failure, heart disease, or a connective tissue disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s syndrome, Marfan syndrome, scleroderma, or lupus.                                       

While using Aceon, avoid drinking alcohol as it can reduce your blood pressure and enhance some side effects of Aceon. Do not take potassium supplements or salt substitutes without consulting your doctor.

If you need to undergo a surgery, tell your surgeon well in advance about the use of this medication.

Pregnant women should not use this drug without consulting their doctors as the medicine could cause birth defects in an unborn baby. If you plan to become pregnant, tell your doctor in advance. Lactating women should consult their doctors before starting to take the medication.

What do I do if I have missed a Aceon dose?

If you have missed your Aceon dose, you can take the missed dose as soon as you remember but do not take it if it is time for your next dose.

What do I do if I have taken a Aceon overdose?

If you have taken an Aceon overdose, you should seek medical attention.

Aceon interactions

Before taking Aceon, consult your doctor if you are taking drugs like lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid), diuretic (water pill), salt substitutes containing potassium; gold injections (for treating arthritis); potassium supplements such as Klor-Con, K-Dur. Such drugs can interact with Aceon.

Tell your doctor about all prescription and non prescription drugs that you use including mineral or vitamin supplements that you may be using. Also, do not start taking any new medicine without consulting your doctor.

Aceon side effects

Aceon side effects include hives, breathing trouble, fever, chills, fainting, light headedness, body ache, increased or decreased urination, bruising, bleeding, pale skin, fatigue, uneven heartbeats, blisters in mouth or skin, weight gain, muscle weakness, chest pain, swelling of face, tongue, lips or throat and other allergic reactions. If you get any of these side effects after using Aceon, contact your doctor right away.

Cough, diarrhea, upset stomach, drowsiness, mild itching, skin rash, flaky skin, headache, dizziness, pain in the joints or muscles, stuffy nose, or insomnia (lack of sleep) are some less serious side effects of Aceon.