Tritace
Developed to manage high blood pressure and to support heart health by inhibiting the angiotensin-converting enzyme.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Ramipril
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 1.25 · 2.5 · 5 · 10mg
Tritace details
- Conditions
- Hypertension · Congestive Heart Failure · Post-myocardial Infarction
- Alternative names
- Ramcace
- Therapeutic class
- ACE Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor
- Contraindications
- history of angioedema; bilateral renal artery stenosis; pregnancy
- Minor side effects
- dry cough; dizziness; headache
- Moderate side effects
- fatigue; hypotension; nausea
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Sanofi
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- potassium supplements; diuretics; ibuprofen
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for use in children.
Precautions and warnings
be aware of initial dizziness; regularly monitor blood pressure and kidney function; report any persistent dry cough
Serious side effects
angioedema, requires immediate medical attention; renal failure, requires immediate medical attention; severe hypotension, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
developed to manage high blood pressure and to support heart health by inhibiting the angiotensin-converting enzyme.
Mechanism of action
Tritace operates by inhibiting the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, a potent vasoconstrictor. By reducing angiotensin II levels, it relaxes blood vessels and lowers blood pressure while reducing the workload on the heart.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Contraindicated during pregnancy as it may cause fetal harm. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Tritace
Tritace is the original brand name for Ramipril, a medication used to treat hypertension, congestive heart failure and post-myocardial infarction. The same active ingredient is also sold as Ramcace. Produced by Sanofi, the medication comes as a tablet in strengths of 1.25mg, 2.5mg, 5mg, and 10mg.
Buying Tritace online
Tritace is registered across 14 markets including the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong, with availability also in Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines. For expats and individuals living far from a reliable pharmacy, accessing generic Ramipril, much of which is made in India, offers a far more affordable way to continue stable treatment. These medications are among the most ordered items across the region for those managing consistent cardiovascular health.