Quinapril Benefits & Uses

Quinapril is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Heart Failure

Quinapril Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Quinapril Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Quinapril is used -

Severe

Fainting
Difficulty breathing

Mild

Cough
Dizziness
Confusion
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Nausea or vomiting
Back Pain
Headache

Quinapril Related Warnings

Is the use of Quinapril safe for pregnant women?

Quinapril can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Quinapril safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Quinapril as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Quinapril on the Kidneys?

Quinapril may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Quinapril on the Liver?

Quinapril is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Quinapril on the Heart?

Quinapril may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Quinapril with Other Drugs

Quinapril should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Quinapril Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quinapril unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angioedema
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Quinapril

Is this Quinapril habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Quinapril has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Quinapril can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Quinapril should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Quinapril is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Quinapril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Quinapril

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Quinapril to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Quinapril

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Quinapril with alcohol.

Unknown