Quinapril is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Quinapril is used -
Severe
Mild
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.
Is the use of Quinapril safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Quinapril as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Quinapril on the Kidneys?
Quinapril may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Quinapril on the Liver?
Quinapril is rarely harmful for the liver.
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.
Quinapril should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quinapril unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Quinapril habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Quinapril has not been reported.
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.
Is it safe?
Quinapril should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Quinapril is not used to treat mental disorders.
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.
Interaction between Alcohol and Quinapril
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Quinapril with alcohol.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 163-167
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 503
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Accupril® (quinapril hydrochloride)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Accuretic™ (quinapril HCl/hydrochlorothiazide)
