Benazepril

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Benazepril Information



Benazepril Benefits & Uses

Benazepril is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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
Adult
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Benazepril Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Renal Impairment
  • Increased Potassium level in Blood

Moderate

  • Decreased blood pressure

Mild

Unknown

Benazepril Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Benazepril safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Benazepril. If you are pregnant, do not take Benazepril without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Benazepril safe during breastfeeding?


    Benazepril has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Benazepril on the Kidneys?


    Benazepril may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Benazepril on the Liver?


    Side effects of Benazepril rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Benazepril on the Heart?


    Benazepril has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Benazepril with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Benazepril Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Benazepril

  • Is this Benazepril habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Benazepril is addictive.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Benazepril as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Benazepril should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Benazepril is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Benazepril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Benazepril


    Taking Benazepril with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Benazepril


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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; Lotensin® (benazepril hydrochloride)

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