Fosinopril Benefits & Uses

Fosinopril is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Heart Failure

Fosinopril 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: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either 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: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either 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: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 6 years old can take

Fosinopril Side Effects

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

Moderate

Chest Pain
Confusion

Mild

Cough
Fatigue
Dizziness
Fainting
Nausea or vomiting
Blurred vision

Fosinopril Related Warnings

Is the use of Fosinopril safe for pregnant women?

Fosinopril shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fosinopril safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Fosinopril may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Fosinopril should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Fosinopril on the Kidneys?

Fosinopril has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fosinopril on the Liver?

Fosinopril has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fosinopril on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fosinopril with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Fosinopril Contraindications

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

Angioedema
Allergy
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Fosinopril

Is this Fosinopril habit forming or addictive?

Fosinopril is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fosinopril. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Fosinopril only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Fosinopril for mental disorders.

No

Fosinopril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fosinopril

Fosinopril may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Fosinopril

Information about the interaction of Fosinopril and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown