What is Polycap (Simvastatin/Ramipril/Atenolol/Hydrochlorothiazide/Aspirin) used for?

Polycap (Simvastatin/Ramipril/Atenolol/Hydrochlorothiazide/Aspirin) is a combination of 5 active ingredients in one capsule. Two ingredients are blood pressure reducing drugs, one is a statin (cholesterol reducing drug), another is a diuretic (water pill) and the last ingredient is aspirin. This drug is used to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in patients, and to prevent strokes and heart disease in patients at risk of this occuring.

Atenol is a beta blocker that blocks the action of epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels. This can reduce the strain on the heart and lower blood pressure. Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor that relaxes the blood vessels and allows the blood to flow more easily. Simvastatin helps to lower triglycerides and bad cholesterol while also raising blood levels of good cholesterol.

Together with the above ingredients, aspirin (a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug or NSAID) is added for its antiplatelet effects to help prevent blood clots. Hydrochlorothiazide is a type of diuretic, or water pill which helps the body to get rid of excess water and salt.

How should I use Polycap (Simvastatin/Ramipril/Atenolol/Hydrochlorothiazide/Aspirin)?

Polycap (Simvastatin/Ramipril/Atenolol/Hydrochlorothiazide/Aspirin) capsules should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Follow the directions of your physician before taking this medication, and only take the dose that your physician has told you to take. Patients are sometimes directed to take one capsule per day.

What are the side effects of Polycap (Simvastatin/Ramipril/Atenolol/Hydrochlorothiazide/Aspirin)?

Side effects of Polycap (Simvastatin/Ramipril/Atenolol/Hydrochlorothiazide/Aspirin) include:

• Dyspepsia
• Musculoskeletal complaints
• Pain in the abdomen
• Anxiety
• Pain in the chest

Be sure that you are aware of the risk of all possible side effects before you take this drug.

Please Note

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by your physician or pharmacist while using Polycap (Simvastatin/Ramipril/Atenolol/Hydrochlorothiazide/Aspirin). Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the patient and the condition being treated.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain patients, it is essential you always inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, and if you are taking any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

Immediately seek emergency medical care if you have any allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.