Amlodipine And Benazepril Hydrochloride

What it’s used for

Amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules are a combination capsule of amlodipine, a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker (DHP CCB) and benazepril, an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules are indicated for the treatment of hypertension in patients not adequately controlled on monotherapy with either agent.

How to take it

Usual starting dose is 2. 5 mg/10 mg.

Important warnings

Anaphylactoid reactions, including angioedema. ( 5.

Common side effects

Discontinuation because of adverse reactions occurred in 4% of amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride-treated patients and 3% of placebo-treated patients. The most common reasons for discontinuation of therapy with amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride were cough and edema.

Interactions

Potassium supplements/potassium-sparing diuretics: hyperkalemia ( 7.

If pregnant or breastfeeding

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Forms & strengths

5 MG / 80 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 80 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 20 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 10 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 20 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 10 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 20 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 40 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 10 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 40 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 40 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 25 MG / 40 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 14 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 3.5 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 7 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 200 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 200 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 200 MG Oral Tablet · 1 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 1 MG/ML Oral Solution · 2.5 MG Oral Solution · 5 MG Oral Solution · 10 MG Oral Solution

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

• Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
• What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
• Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
• What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?