Altace
Utilized to support cardiac function and indicated to mitigate high blood pressure and post-heart attack complications.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Ramipril
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 1.25 · 2.5 · 5 · 10mg
Altace details
- Conditions
- Hypertension · Heart Failure · Post-myocardial Infarction
- Alternative names
- Ramcace; Tritace
- Therapeutic class
- ACE Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- ACE Inhibitor
- Contraindications
- history of angioedema; renal artery stenosis
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor renal function; do not use with aliskiren in diabetic patients
- Minor side effects
- dry cough; hypotension; headache
- Moderate side effects
- dizziness; hyperkalaemia; fatigue
- Serious side effects
- angioedema, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Accord
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- potassium supplements; nsaids
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Must not be used during pregnancy.
Patient summary
Utilized to support cardiac function and indicated to mitigate high blood pressure and post-heart attack complications.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme, preventing the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II. This reduces blood vessel constriction and aldosterone secretion, facilitating vasodilation and reducing blood pressure.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Altace
Altace is a brand of ramipril, an ACE inhibitor used to manage hypertension, heart failure and post-myocardial infarction. The same active ingredient is also sold as Ramcace and Tritace. Manufactured by Accord, it is available as a tablet in strengths from 1.25mg to 10mg.
Buying Altace online
Altace is registered across 13 markets including Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia, with availability also in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan. Generic ramipril is often significantly more affordable than the original brand, offering a reliable option for expats and locals seeking consistent long-term heart health management. As one of the most ordered medications in the region, it helps individuals maintain their condition regardless of their proximity to a local clinic.