Quinapril Benefits & Uses

Quinapril is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Heart Failure

Quinapril 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: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 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: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Quinapril Side Effects

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

Severe

Fainting
Difficulty breathing

Mild

Cough
Dizziness
Confusion
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Nausea or vomiting
Back Pain
Headache

Quinapril Related Warnings

Is the use of Quinapril safe for pregnant women?

Quinapril 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 Quinapril safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Quinapril for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Quinapril on the Kidneys?

Quinapril rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Quinapril on the Liver?

Quinapril is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Quinapril on the Heart?

Quinapril is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Quinapril with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Quinapril Contraindications

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

Angioedema
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Quinapril

Is this Quinapril habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Quinapril.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Quinapril can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

Quinapril is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Quinapril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Quinapril

When consumed with certain foods, Quinapril may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Quinapril

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

Unknown