Perindopril (PERISYL)
What to know about Perindopril — also sold as PERISYL, PERINDOPRIL-WGR, Perindo, APO-Perindopril, Idaprex 4 and 12 more: uses, side effects, interactions, and safety considerations for people taking it or caring for someone who is.
Perindopril (brand names: PERISYL, PERINDOPRIL-WGR, Perindo, APO-Perindopril, Idaprex 4 and 12 more) is classified as Low risk (1 risk points) by AllMeds. It is a S4 medication under the TGA in Australia. ACE inhibitor with minimal impact on work capacity beyond potential hypotension.
Key Takeaways
- TGA Schedule: S4 in Australia
- Risk level: Low (1 points)
- PBS listed: Subsidised under the Australian Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme
Scheduling and Classification
| Jurisdiction | Classification | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (TGA) | S4 | PBS listed |
Risk Profile
ACE inhibitor with minimal impact on work capacity beyond potential hypotension.
How Perindopril is regulated
Perindopril is overseen by medicines regulators in each country. The rules below explain how it's scheduled, what oversight applies, and what to discuss with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing, or stopping this medication.
Australia TGA / PBS / State Schemes
Classified as S4 under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
Listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for subsidised prescribing.
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Important: This page is general health information, not personal medical advice. If you have questions about your medication — including starting it, stopping it, changing the dose, or combining it with something else — speak with your doctor or pharmacist. For an emergency or suspected overdose, call your local emergency number or poison information service immediately. Information is drawn from regulator and clinical guideline sources (TGA, FDA, MHRA, NICE, PBS, CDC); see our methodology for details.