0

Home > Drug Category > Blood Pressure Medications (Angiotensin Converting Enzyme) > Mavik and Equivalent

Mavik Information

Mavik (Trandolapril) is used to treat mild-to-moderate high blood pressure. High blood pressure occurs when the force of the blood pushing through your vessels is too high. This condition often has no symptoms and may lead to complications like strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. The drug is also used to treat heart failure and to help heart function after a heart attack. The active ingredient in Mavik is Trandolapril. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors like Trandolapril work by decreasing certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels so blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

Mavik Side Effects

The most common side effects of Mavik may include dizziness, drowsiness, and cough. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects, such as:
• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, breathing difficulties, itching or swelling of the face, tongue, or throat;
• Signs of high potassium levels, such as unusual tiredness, slow heartbeat, trouble breathing;
• Signs of low blood pressure, such as dizziness, confusion, feeling weak

Mavik Precautions

Do not use Mavik if you are allergic to Trandolapril or other ingredients in this medication. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have angioedema, are on a low-salt diet, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Mavik and other medications, such as aliskiren, sacubitril, aspirin, clonazepam, metformin, prednisone, etc. Do not use Mavik if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant without informing your doctor. Mavik can harm a fetus and cause birth defects or loss of an unborn baby. Do not use Mavik while breastfeeding without talking to your doctor. It is unknown if Trandolapril passes into breast milk or if it may harm a nursing infant. Do not give this drug to children without talking to your doctor. Use your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this drug by mouth with or without food. Take this drug at the same time each day to help you remember. Do not stop taking this drug suddenly, even if you feel well. High blood pressure often shows no symptoms. Drink lots of non-caffeinated liquids while taking this drug to reduce your risk of dehydration. Mavik can make you dizzy. Do not stand up too fast from a sitting or lying position to reduce your risk of dizziness. Avoid driving or using machinery until you can do it safely. Avoid drinking alcohol when using this drug. Alcohol may make you more dizzy. Store this medication at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep it out of the reach of children.

Do I need a prescription to order Mavik?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Mavik.