North East and North Cumbria
ICS Formulary
 
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2 Cardiovascular system
02-05-05-01 Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors)

Lisinopril
First Choice

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Ramipril
First Choice
  • Most cost effective formulation to be prescribed

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Enalapril
Formulary
  • For use in breastfeeding mothers only. Breastfeeding mothers should be converted to ramipril when they are no longer breastfeeding. 

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Perindopril erbumine
Formulary

 

    • Perindopril is third line for all indications including prevention of stroke.
    • Note: Perindopril arginine is classified as BLACK - not approved.

 

Link  Items not to be routinely prescribed in primary care

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Captopril
Formulary
  • Treatment should only be on the advice of a hospital paediatrician.
  • 5mg in 5ml suspension are also approved for use.
  • 2mg capsules are also approved for use unlicensedunlicensed.

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