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Compare Enalapril vs. Mavik

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Key takeaways

Enalapril (Vasotec) and Trandolapril (Mavik) are both ACE inhibitors used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure, but they have some differences. Enalapril is available in both brand and generic forms, while Trandolapril is only available as a generic since the brand Mavik has been discontinued. Enalapril can be taken by children as young as 1 month old for high blood pressure, whereas Trandolapril is not specified for pediatric use. Enalapril is typically taken once or twice daily, while Trandolapril is usually taken once daily. Both medications can cause a dry cough and dizziness. Additionally, Trandolapril is specifically approved for lowering the risk of death and hospitalization in people with heart failure after a heart attack, while Enalapril does not have this specific indication. Both medications should not be used during pregnancy due to the risk of harm to the unborn baby.

  • Enalapril (Vasotec)
    Trandolapril
  • Enalapril (Vasotec)
    Trandolapril

  • Summary of Enalapril vs. Mavik

    Summary for ACE inhibitor
    Prescription only

    Enalapril (Vasotec) is a first-choice medication used for treating high blood pressure. It's also approved for heart failure. Enalapril (Vasotec) belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It's taken by mouth, once or twice daily. Enalapril (Vasotec) doesn't cause many side effects, but some include tiredness, dizziness, and cough.

    Summary for ACE inhibitor
    Prescription only

    Trandolapril is a prescription medication that's used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It's also used to lower the risk of death and hospitalization in people with heart failure after a heart attack. Trandolapril is taken by mouth, typically once daily. Although the brand name for this medication (Mavik) has been discontinued, trandolapril is available as a lower-cost generic tablet. Common side effects include dry cough and dizziness.

  • Indications of Enalapril vs. Mavik

    Indications for
    •High blood pressure
    •Heart failure
    Indications for
    •Treatment of high blood pressure
    •Lowering the risk of death and hospitalization in people with certain types of heart failure after a recent heart attack

  • Pros and Cons of Enalapril vs. Mavik

    Pros and Const for ACE inhibitor
    Pros
    •A first-choice blood pressure lowering medication for many people
    •Taken by mouth
    •Can be taken by children as young as 1 month old (high blood pressure only)
    •Available as a liquid for people who have trouble swallowing pills
    Cons
    •More likely to cause a dry cough, compared to angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)
    •Can't be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding
    •Might not work as well for lowering high blood pressure in black people
    •Need to take twice daily for heart failure
    Pros and Const for ACE inhibitor
    Pros
    •Available as a lower-cost generic medication
    •Only taken once a day
    •Can help protect the kidneys in people with diabetes and high blood pressure
    Cons
    •More likely to cause dry cough compared to angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)
    •Can’t take while pregnant
    •Requires regular blood work to make sure your kidneys are healthy

  • Common Side Effects of Enalapril vs. Mavik

    Common Side Effects for
    •Feeling tired (3%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Cough (35%)
    •Dizziness (23%)
    •Higher uric acid levels (15%)
    •Low blood pressure (11%)

    Please note: The side effects above were reported by people taking this medication to lower the risk of death and hospitalization in certain heart failures after recent heart attack.

  • Warnings of Enalapril vs. Mavik

    Common Side Effects for
    •Not for use during pregnancy
    •Angioedema (swelling)
    •Low blood pressure
    •Worsening kidney problems
    •Heart problems due to high potassium
    •Liver problems
    Common Side Effects for
    •Harm to unborn baby
    •Angioedema (swelling)
    •Low blood pressure
    •Liver problems
    •Worsening kidney problems
    •High levels of potassium
    •Dry cough

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