Amlodipine + Benazepril: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amlodipine + Benazepril Benefits & Uses

Amlodipine + Benazepril is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Amlodipine + Benazepril 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Benazepril (10 mg)/Tablet, dose may increase or decrease depends on severity of disease
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Benazepril (10 mg)/Tablet, dose may increase or decrease depends on severity of disease
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Benazepril (10 mg)/Tablet, dose may increase or decrease depends on severity of disease

Amlodipine + Benazepril Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlodipine + Benazepril safe for pregnant women?

Amlodipine + Benazepril has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amlodipine + Benazepril without medical advice.
Is the use of Amlodipine + Benazepril safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Amlodipine + Benazepril on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Benazepril on the Kidneys?

Amlodipine + Benazepril may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Benazepril on the Liver?

Side effects of Amlodipine + Benazepril rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Benazepril on the Heart?

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

Severe Interaction of Amlodipine + Benazepril with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Telmisartan,Amlodipine

Losartan

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Metformin

Diclofenac

Amlodipine + Benazepril Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Angioedema
Allergy
Heart Failure
Hyperkalemia
Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine + Benazepril

Is this Amlodipine + Benazepril habit forming or addictive?

Amlodipine + Benazepril does not cause addiction.

Amlodipine + Benazepril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlodipine + Benazepril

Some foods when eaten with Amlodipine + Benazepril can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodipine + Benazepril

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Amlodipine + Benazepril.

Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine + Benazepril

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Amlodipine + Benazepril?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Amlodipine + Benazepril is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Amlodipine + Benazepril?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Amlodipine + Benazepril is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).

Question about 5 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Benazepril cause stomach upset?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Amlodipine + Benazepril on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Amlodipine + Benazepril should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Amlodipine + Benazepril harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Amlodipine + Benazepril is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.