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What is Aceon?

Aceon (perindopril) is in a group of drugs called ACE inhibitors. ACE stands for angiotensin converting enzyme.

Aceon is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent heart attack in people with coronary artery disease.

Aceon may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Important information about Aceon

Do not use Aceon without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Aceon could cause birth defects in the baby if you take the medication during pregnancy. Use an effective form of birth control. Stop using Aceon and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment. Avoid drinking alcohol. It can further lower your blood pressure and may increase some of the side effects of perindopril. Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking perindopril, unless your doctor has told you to.

Vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating can cause you to become dehydrated. This can lead to very low blood pressure, electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure while you are taking Aceon. Drink plenty of water each day while you are taking Aceon.
Before taking Aceon

Do not use Aceon if you are allergic to perindopril or to any other ACE inhibitor, such as benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), fosinopril (Monopril), enalapril (Vasotec), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), moexipril (Univasc), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), or trandolapril (Mavik).

If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take Aceon. Before you take this medication, tell your doctor if you have:

    * kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
    * liver disease;
    * heart disease or congestive heart failure;
    * diabetes; or
    * a connective tissue disease such as Marfan syndrome, Sjogrens syndrome, lupus, scleroderma, or rheumatoid arthritis.

FDA pregnancy category D. Do not use Aceon without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Aceon could cause birth defects in the baby if you take the medication during pregnancy. Use an effective form of birth control. Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Aceon passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take Aceon?

Take Aceon exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

Take each dose with a full glass of water.

Aceon can be taken with or without food.

Vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating can cause you to become dehydrated. This can lead to very low blood pressure, electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure while you are taking Aceon. Drink plenty of water each day while you are taking this medication.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood pressure will need to be checked on a regular basis. Your kidney or liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking Aceon. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.

If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medication even if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.

Store Aceon at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Symptoms of a Aceon overdose may include feeling extremely dizzy or light-headed, or fainting.

What should I avoid while taking Aceon?

Avoid drinking alcohol. It can further lower your blood pressure and may increase some of the side effects of Aceon. Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking Aceon, unless your doctor has told you to.

Aceon side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Aceon: hives; severe stomach pain; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

    * feeling light-headed, fainting;
    * urinating more or less than usual, or not at all;
    * fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
    * pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding;
    * tired feeling, muscle weakness, and pounding or uneven heartbeats;
    * blisters in your mouth or on your skin;
    * swelling, rapid weight gain;
    * chest pain; or
    * jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Less serious Aceon side effects may include:

    * cough, stuffy nose;
    * muscle or joint pain;
    * rash, itching or flaky skin;
    * dizziness, drowsiness, headache;
    * sleep problems (insomnia); or
    * diarrhea, upset stomach.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

What other drugs will affect Aceon?

Before taking Aceon, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:

    * gold injections to treat arthritis;
    * lithium (Lithobid, Eskalith);
    * a potassium supplement such as K-Dur, Klor-Con;
    * salt substitutes that contain potassium; or
    * a diuretic (water pill).

If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use Aceon or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

There may be other drugs not listed that can affect Aceon. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

    * Your pharmacist can provide more information about Aceon.

What does my medication look like?

Perindopril is available with a prescription under the brand name Aceon. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

    * Aceon 2 mg oblong, white tablets
    * Aceon 4 mg oblong, pink tablets
    * Aceon 8 mg oblong, salmon-colored tablets

    * Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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