Capoten (Captopril)
Capoten Information
Capoten belongs to the kind of drug called
angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors).
Capoten Indication
Capoten is used to reduce blood pressure, to tone down or relieve
the symptoms of congestive failure of the heart, increase the chance
of survival after a heart attack, and to avoid having a kidney
disease if you have diabetes. This drug could also be used in other
diseases or disorders not mentioned here.
Capoten Warnings
There are some situations where in the use of Capoten is not
advisable. Make sure to inform your doctor if you have kidney
disease; liver disease; are under the salt-restricted diet or your
blood has a high level of potassium; are taking a salt substitute,
potassium supplement like K-Dur, Klor-Con, or potassium-sparing
diuretic like ,
triamterene, or ;
diabetes; scleroderma or lupus; or if you have experienced stroke or
have any kind of heart illness. If you have any of the mentioned
situations, your doctor might not allow you to take Capoten, adjust
your dosage, or require you to have special monitoring while you are
undergoing a treatment with this drug. There is a tendency that
Capoten may increase the risk of dangerous allergic reactions so
inform your doctor if you have or have had any allergic reactions.
Capoten belongs to the FDA pregnancy category D, which means that
Capoten could cause harm to an unborn baby so do not take this drug
if you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant during the treatment.
Talk to your doctor first before taking this drug if you are
breast-feeding a baby.
Capoten Intake Guidelines
Follow the exact directions or instructions that the doctor gave
to you. In case you did not understand the instruction, do not
hesitate to ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse to clarify or
explain them to you. It is advisable to take this drug with a full
glass of water. Capoten is usually taken with an empty stomach 1
hour before or 2 hours after meals but if your doctor gave you
different instruction, follow what the doctor instructed you to do.
Consult your doctor first before you stop taking Capoten to avoid
undesirable effects.
Capoten Dosage
You can have the dosage of Capoten from your doctor. The dose
varies from person to person. Do not change the dose given to you
without talking to your doctor first.
Capoten Overdose
If you are experiencing an overdose, you will experience
dizziness, weakness, fainting, and fatigue. If you feel any of the
said symptoms, look for emergency medical attention.
Capoten Missed Dose
In case you miss a dose of Capoten, take the missed dose as soon
as possible but if it is almost time for the next dose, just skip
the missed dose and take the next dose that was regularly scheduled.
Remember not to double the dose or take a double dose of this drug.
Capoten Side Effects
Some of the serious side effects of Capoten are allergic reaction
like difficulty breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the
lips, and hives; difficulty in breathing; having little or no urine;
irregular heartbeat or changes in your heartbeat; chest pain; severe
dizziness or fainting; and signs of infection like a sore throat or
a fever. If you experience any of these side effects, stop taking
Capoten, look for emergency medical attention or consult your doctor
as soon as possible.
Some of the less serious side effects are headache; mild
dizziness or lightheadedness; fatigue; dry, tickling cough; anxiety
or depression; numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, arms, or
legs; upset stomach; taste disturbances; or rash. You may still
continue using this drug but make sure to talk o your doctor if you
feel any of the said less serious side effects. There is a
possibility that some side effects that are not listed here may
occur. If you feel some unusual and bothersome side effects, consult
your doctor about it.
Capoten Drug Reactions
Some drugs that could affect Capoten are potassium supplement
like K-Dur, Klor-Con, and others; salt substitute containing
potassium; diuretic like triamterene, ,
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hydrochlorothiazide, ,
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and others; nitrate like nitroglycerin, , ; lithium; digoxin; and aspirin or .
In case you are taking any of the said drugs, consult your doctor
first before you take Capoten. If you are taking any of the said
drugs, your doctor might not allow you to take Capoten, you need
adjustment in your dose, or your doctor might require you a special
monitoring during your treatment. There are some drugs that are not
mentioned here that could affect Capoten. Make sure to inform your
doctor if you are taking any over-the-counter medicines such as
medicines minerals and herbal products.
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