Amlodipine + Benazepril: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amlodipine + Benazepril Benefits & Uses

Amlodipine + Benazepril is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Amlodipine + 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Benazepril (10 mg)/Tablet, dose may increase or decrease depends on severity of disease
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Benazepril (10 mg)/Tablet, dose may increase or decrease depends on severity of disease
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Benazepril (10 mg)/Tablet, dose may increase or decrease depends on severity of disease

Amlodipine + Benazepril Side Effects

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

Severe

Renal Impairment
Increased Potassium level in Blood

Moderate

Ankle Swelling
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Decreased blood pressure

Mild

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Flushing
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness
पेट दर्द
Weight gain
Loss of consciousness
Rash

Unknown

Cough

Amlodipine + Benazepril Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlodipine + Benazepril safe for pregnant women?

Amlodipine + Benazepril should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Amlodipine + Benazepril safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Amlodipine + Benazepril on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Benazepril on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Amlodipine + Benazepril on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Benazepril on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Amlodipine + Benazepril on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Benazepril on the Heart?

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

Severe Interaction of Amlodipine + Benazepril with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Telmisartan,Amlodipine

Losartan

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Metformin

Diclofenac

Amlodipine + Benazepril Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Angioedema
Allergy
Heart Failure
Hyperkalemia
Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine + Benazepril

Is this Amlodipine + Benazepril habit forming or addictive?

Amlodipine + Benazepril does not cause addiction.

Amlodipine + Benazepril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlodipine + Benazepril

When consumed with certain foods, Amlodipine + Benazepril may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodipine + Benazepril

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Amlodipine + Benazepril with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine + Benazepril

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Benazepril cause diabetes?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Amlodipine + Benazepril does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Amlodipine + Benazepril might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Amlodipine + Benazepril with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlodipine + Benazepril can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Amlodipine + Benazepril and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Benazepril cause stomach upset?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Benazepril cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlodipine + Benazepril can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Benazepril cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Amlodipine + Benazepril causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.