LEXXEL

Drug Name: LEXXEL

LEXXEL DESCRIPTION:
ENALAPRIL-FELODIPINE EXTENDED RELEASE - ORAL (eh-NAL-uh-prill with fell-OH-dih-peen)

COMMON LEXXEL BRAND NAME(S):
Lexxel

LEXXEL SIDE EFFECTS:
Cough, headache, dizziness or ankle swelling may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Report promptly any vomiting or diarrhea. Unlikely but report promptly any unusual weakness, fatigue, muscle cramps, gum swelling, or flushing. Very unlikely but report promptly fainting, chest pain, pounding or irregular heart beats, stomach pain, mood/mental changes, vision changes, persistent sore throat and fever, easy bruising or bleeding, yellowing eyes/skin, painful urination or change in amount of urine. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE LEXXEL:
LEXXEL: Take by mouth exactly as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. The tablet should be swallowed whole, not divided, crushed or chewed. The medicine is best taken on an empty stomach or with a light meal. Before using any potassium supplements or salt substitutes with potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. The full effect on blood pressure is usually seen in 1-2 weeks.

LEXXEL WARNING:
LEXXEL can cause serious fetal harm if used during the last six months of pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs, stop using LEXXEL and immediately contact your physician.

LEXXEL USES:
LEXXEL is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

LEXXEL PRECAUTIONS:
Before using this product, tell your doctor your medical history, including any allergies (especially drug allergies or angioedema), kidney or liver disease, heart or blood vessel problems, or diabetes. Limit alcohol intake, as it may enhance certain side effects of this product. Also, avoid excessive sweating (such as very hot weather or heavy exercise) unless you drink enough extra fluids. Since this product may cause dizziness or fatigue, use caution if operating machinery or performing hazardous tasks. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. This product should be used only when clearly needed during the first 3 months of pregnancy. This product is not recommended for use during the last 6 months of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using LEXXEL. The enalapril in this product is excreted into breast milk. It is not known whether the felodipine is excreted into breast milk. Breast-feeding while using LEXXEL is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Caution is advised when this product is used in the elderly.

LEXXEL DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially diuretics ("water pills" such as spironolactone, amiloride or triamterene), potassium supplements, other blood pressure medications (e.g., metoprolol, methyldopa, prazosin), certain psychiatric medications (e.g., lithium), certain anti-seizure drugs (e.g., phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital), cimetidine, aspirin-like pain medications (e.g., ibuprofen), drugs for sleep (e.g., triazolam), sedatives, tranquilizers, drugs for anxiety (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), and certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine). Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

LEXXEL OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, weakness, slow or fast pulse, nausea, drowsiness, confusion, and slurred speech.

LEXXEL NOTES:
Do not share LEXXEL with others. Laboratory tests may be performed to monitor side effects.

MISSED LEXXEL DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

LEXXEL STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.