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Lotensin FDA safety alerts: No.
Reported deaths: 3 Reported hospitalizations: 10.
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FDA Reported Lotensin Side Effects: swollen tongue, angioedema, tracheoscopy abnormal, nasopharyngitis, laryngeal stenosis, laryngeal oedema, dyspnoea, cough, oedema mouth, influenza like illness, decreased appetite.
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Lotensin Side Effects Report #5231453-7
Physician from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on Jan 26, 2007. Female patient, 61 years of age, weighting 244.7 lb, was diagnosed with hypertension, hypothyroidism and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: aphasia, back pain, cerebrovascular accident, drooling, dysarthria, fall, hypertension, hypoaesthesia facial, limb injury. LOTENSIN dosage: 5 MG, QD. During the same period patient was treated with SYNTHROID. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5243611-6
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 20, 2007. Female patient, 57 years of age, was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: lip swelling. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5259009-0
Consumer or non-health professional from CHINA reported LOTENSIN problem on Feb 26, 2007. Female patient, 28 years of age, was diagnosed with nephropathy and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: caesarean section, normal newborn. LOTENSIN dosage: 10 MG, QD. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5293471-2
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Mar 12, 2007. Male patient was diagnosed with insomnia and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: amnesia, road traffic accident. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMBIEN. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5295270-4
Physician from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on Apr 10, 2007. Male patient, 47 years of age, weighting 255.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, blood alkaline phosphatase increased, blood bilirubin increased, blood creatine phosphokinase increased, decreased appetite, influenza like illness, jaundice. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NEXIUM, ZYRTEC, CYMBALTA, LIPITOR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5300751-0
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Mar 12, 2007. Male patient, 50 years of age, was diagnosed with insomnia and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: impaired driving ability, road traffic accident, sleep walking. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMBIEN, ALCOHOL. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5316830-8
Physician from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on May 01, 2007. Male patient, 47 years of age, weighting 255.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, blood creatine phosphokinase increased, decreased appetite, hepatocellular damage, influenza like illness, nausea, ocular icterus, prothrombin time prolonged, urine colour abnormal. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NEXIUM, ZYRTEC, CYMBALTA, LIPITOR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5350475-9
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Physician from CHINA on May 31, 2007. Male patient, 68 years of age, weighting 121.3 lb, was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: gait disturbance, musculoskeletal stiffness. LOTENSIN dosage: 10 MG, QD. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5371555-8
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on June 25, 2007. Male patient, 64 years of age, weighting 164.0 lb, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: angioedema. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5373476-3
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on June 26, 2007. Male patient, 72 years of age, weighting 194.0 lb, was diagnosed with blood pressure and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: angioedema, cardiac failure congestive, myocardial infarction, pneumonia. LOTENSIN dosage: 40MG DAILY PO. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5375939-3
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on June 27, 2007. Male patient, 77 years of age, weighting 155.9 lb, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: angioedema, oedema mouth, swollen tongue. LOTENSIN dosage: 10MG TABLET DAILY PO. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5067968-4
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Sept 08, 2000. Male patient, 70 years of age, weighting 250.0 lb, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: swollen tongue. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5067969-6
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on Jan 08, 2001. Female patient, 75 years of age, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dizziness, syncope. LOTENSIN dosage: 20 MG BENA/12.5 MG HCT, ORAL. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5124743-X
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Sept 27, 2006. Female patient, 63 years of age, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: glaucoma, intraocular pressure decreased, optic disc haemorrhage, scotoma. LOTENSIN dosage: 20 MG BEN/12.5 MG HCT QD. During the same period patient was treated with BENAZEPRIL HYDROCHLORIDE, TYLENOL, ASPIRIN, CALCIUM GLUCONATE. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5133497-2
Physician from CHINA reported LOTENSIN problem on Sept 28, 2006. Male patient, 43 years of age, was diagnosed with lupus nephritis and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cough, dyspnoea, laryngeal oedema, laryngeal stenosis, nasopharyngitis, tracheoscopy abnormal. LOTENSIN dosage: 10 MG/DAY. During the same period patient was treated with PREDNISONE. Patient died.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5134352-4
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Physician from CHINA on Sept 28, 2006. Male patient, 43 years of age, was diagnosed with lupus nephritis and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cough, dyspnoea, laryngeal oedema, laryngeal stenosis, nasopharyngitis, tracheoscopy abnormal. LOTENSIN dosage: 10 MG/DAY. During the same period patient was treated with PREDNISONE. Patient died.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5144799-8
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on Oct 25, 2006. Female patient, 61 years of age, was diagnosed with hypertension, hypothyroidism and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: back pain, cerebrovascular accident, drooling, dysarthria, fall, hypertension, limb injury. LOTENSIN dosage: 5 MG, QD. During the same period patient was treated with SYNTHROID. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5161034-5
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Physician from CHINA on Sept 28, 2006. Male patient, 43 years of age, was diagnosed with lupus nephritis and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cough, dyspnoea, laryngeal oedema, laryngeal stenosis, nasopharyngitis, tracheoscopy abnormal. LOTENSIN dosage: 10 MG/DAY. During the same period patient was treated with PREDNISONE. Patient died.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5173730-4
Physician from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on Oct 27, 2006. Male patient, 47 years of age, weighting 255.0 lb, was diagnosed with depression and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, blood alkaline phosphatase increased, blood bilirubin increased, blood creatine phosphokinase increased, decreased appetite, influenza like illness, jaundice. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NEXIUM, ZYRTEC, CYMBALTA, LIPITOR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5180940-9
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Dec 14, 2006. Male patient, 65 years of age, was diagnosed with blood pressure and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: acute coronary syndrome, dysarthria, hypotension, lethargy. LOTENSIN dosage: PO 10MG. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5188096-3
Pharmacist from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on Dec 14, 2006. Female patient, 69 years of age, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: angioneurotic oedema, swollen tongue. LOTENSIN dosage: 40 MG PO QDAY. During the same period patient was treated with OMEPRAZOLE, GEMFIBROZIL, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, PREMARIN, PLAQUENIL, DARVOCET, LEVOXYL, COMBIVENT. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5387343-2
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from CHINA on July 04, 2007. Male patient, 49 years of age, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, blood bilirubin increased, gamma-glutamyltransferase increased, urine bilirubin increased, urine protein/creatinine ratio increased. LOTENSIN dosage: 10 MG, QD. During the same period patient was treated with ADALAT. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5391276-5
Physician from CHINA reported LOTENSIN problem on May 31, 2007. Male patient, 68 years of age, weighting 121.3 lb, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: gait disturbance, musculoskeletal stiffness. LOTENSIN dosage: 10 MG, QD. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5421785-1
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Aug 09, 2006. Female patient, 64 years of age, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: angioedema, dysphonia, glossodynia, lip swelling, swollen tongue. LOTENSIN dosage: 10 MG BENAZ/12.5. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5421788-7
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on Sept 06, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: headache, hypertension. LOTENSIN dosage: 20 MG BEN/12.5 MG HCT QD. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5460114-4
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Sept 26, 2006. Male patient was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: congenital anomaly. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5460115-6
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on May 01, 2007. Female patient, 63 years of age, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood pressure fluctuation, flushing, hyperhidrosis. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with XANAX, VITAMINS. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5460123-5
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on June 14, 2007. Male patient, 85 years of age, was diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: benign prostatic hyperplasia, fall, syncope. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with FLOMAX, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5460142-9
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on June 19, 2007. Female patient, 64 years of age, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: tongue oedema. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5452201-1
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Sept 07, 2007. Female patient, 49 years of age, was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cardiac operation. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5453614-4
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on Sept 10, 2007. Female patient was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dizziness, presyncope. LOTENSIN dosage: 20 MG, UNK. During the same period patient was treated with LOTREL. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5468006-1
LOTENSIN problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Sept 25, 2007. Female patient was diagnosed with hypertension and was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood pressure fluctuation, palpitations. LOTENSIN dosage: 10MG 1 QD PO. Patient recovered.
Lotensin Side Effects Report #5470492-8
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported LOTENSIN problem on Sept 15, 2007. Male patient, 65 years of age, was treated with LOTENSIN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: myocardial infarction, pharyngeal oedema, tongue oedema. LOTENSIN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with BENAZEPRIL HYDROCHLORIDE. Patient recovered.
Drug Information: Benazepril and Hydrochlorothiazide
URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a601025.html
(ben ay' ze pril) (hye droe klor oh thye' a zide)IMPORTANT WARNING:
| Do not take benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide, call your doctor immediately. Benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide may harm the fetus. |
Why is this medication prescribed?
The combination of benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat high blood pressure. Benazepril is in a class of medications called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It works by decreasing certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly. Hydrochlorothiazide is in a class of medications called diuretics ('water pills'). It works by causing the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine.
How should this medicine be used?
The combination of benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day. To help you remember to take benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Continue to take benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide even if you feel well. Do not stop taking benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide without talking to your doctor.
Other uses for this medicine
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What special precautions should I follow?
Before taking benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to benazepril (Lotensin), hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ, Hydrodiuril, Microzide), captopril (Capoten), enalapril (Vasotec), fosinopril (Monopril), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), moexipril (Univasc), perindopril (Aceon), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), trandolapril (Mavik), sulfa drugs, or any other medications.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn); cholestyramine (Questran); colestipol (Colestid); insulin; lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid); oral steroids such as dexamethasone (Decadron, Dexone), methylprednisolone (Medrol), and prednisone (Deltasone); other diuretics ('water pills'); other medications for high blood pressure; and potassium supplements. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
- tell your doctor if you have recently had severe diarrhea or vomiting and if you have or have ever had allergies; asthma; heart failure; diabetes; gout; high cholesterol; lupus; scleroderma; or kidney or liver disease.
- tell your doctor if you plan to become pregnant or are breast-feeding.
- if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide.
- you should know that diarrhea, vomiting, not drinking enough fluids, and sweating a lot can cause a drop in blood pressure, which may cause lightheadedness and fainting.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Talk to your doctor before using salt substitutes containing potassium. If your doctor prescribes a low-salt or low-sodium diet, or an exercise program, follow these directions carefully.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can this medication cause?
Benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- cough
- dizziness
- excessive tiredness
- drowsiness
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:
- swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
- hoarseness
- difficulty breathing or swallowing
- rash
- lightheadedness
- fainting
- fever, sore throat, chills, and other signs of infection
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- dry mouth
- thirst
- weakness
- lack of energy
- restlessness
- muscle pains or cramps
- infrequent urination
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
Benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html] or by phone [1-800-332-1088].
What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
In case of emergency/overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
What other information should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your blood pressure should be checked regularly to determine your response to benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide. Your doctor may order certain lab tests to check your body's response to benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide.
Before having any laboratory test, tell your doctor and the laboratory personnel that you are taking benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.
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