Benazepril
Generic Name: Benazepril
Seek Urgent Medical Attention If:
You experience severe allergic reaction symptoms (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat causing difficulty breathing), severe rash with skin peeling, sudden intense chest pain, or symptoms of overdose. Call emergency medical services immediately.
Uses & Medical Indications
Treat high blood pressure
Hypertension
Dosage & Administration Guidelines
10-40 mg daily
Safety not established under 6
Start low
80 mg/day
Start at 5 mg if CrCl < 30
N/A
Side Effects & Safety Warnings
Dry cough, headache, dizziness
Angioedema, hyperkalemia
History of angioedema, pregnancy
Risk of hyperkalemia
Interactions (Drugs, Food & Alcohol)
ARBs, NSAIDs, Potassium supplements
N/A
May increase hypotension
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safety
Contraindicated
Use caution
Patient Counseling & Practical Advice
Report facial swelling or persistent cough
Take as soon as remembered
Blood pressure, potassium
Content for Benazepril was synthesized and fact-checked against standardized regulatory monographs, official pharmacopoeias, and national health authorities:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) — National List of Essential Medicines
- World Health Organization (WHO) — Model List of Essential Medicines 23rd List
- Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) — Indian Pharmacopoeia Drug Monographs
- National Health Service (NHS) — Medicines A to Z Clinical Guidelines
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