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Chemical Name: BENAZEPRIL (ben-AY-ze-pril) and HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (hye-droe-klor-oh-THYE-a-zide)
This medicine is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor and thiazide
diuretic combination used to treat high blood pressure. It may also be used to
treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
WARNING: This drug can cause serious fetal harm if used during the last six
months of pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs, stop using this drug and immediately
contact your physician. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with
this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you
are also taking dofetilide or ketanserin. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR
CONDITION may be needed if you are taking clozapine, diazoxide, digitoxin,
digoxin, indomethacin, lithium, diuretics, azathioprine, potassium, or medicine
for diabetes. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you
have a history of kidney artery narrowing. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if
you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. STORE
THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat
and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If
it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your
regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION to this medicine or to any other
sulfonamide medicine (such as Septra DS, Bactrim DS, Gantrisin, glyburide, or
probenecid), contact your doctor before taking this medicine. A severe reaction
includes a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. If you have
a question about whether you are allergic to this medicine or if a certain
medicine is a sulfonamide, contact your doctor or pharmacist. DO NOT STOP TAKING
THIS MEDICINE without first checking with your doctor. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY
MEDICAL OR DENTAL TREATMENTS OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist that you are
taking this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE dizziness, lightheadedness, or
fainting. If dizziness occurs, sit up or stand up slowly. Do not drive, operate
machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you
react to this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE increased sensitivity to the
sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how
you react to this medicine. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must
be outside for a prolonged period. DO NOT USE A SALT SUBSTITUTE without checking
with your doctor. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription
or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: USE OF
THIS MEDICINE DURING PREGNANCY has resulted in fetal and newborn death. If you
think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. THIS MEDICINE IS
EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include dizziness, nausea, dry
cough, or sleepiness. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your
doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience sore throat
or fever; weakness, muscular pain or fatigue; or fast or slow heartbeat. CONTACT
YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience swelling of hands, face, lips, eyes,
throat, or tongue; unusual stomach pain; difficulty swallowing; or difficulty
breathing. AN ALLERGIC REACTION to this medicine is unlikely, but seek immediate
medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash,
itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects
not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, fainting, and
weakness.
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT
USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out.
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