Warnings and Precautions With Benazepril-Hydrochlorothiazide

There are several warnings and precautions with benazepril-hydrochlorothiazide. These warnings relate to drug interactions, allergic reactions, increased risk of infections, and other topics. There are also a number of people who should not take this medication, including those who have severe kidney disease or have allergies to sulfa drugs. Prior to taking benazepril-hydrochlorothiazide, talk to your healthcare provider about your medical history and any precautions that may apply to you.

Benazepril HCT

Benazepril-Hydrochlorothiazide: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

Prior to taking

benazepril hydrochloride and hydrochlorothiazide (Lotensin HCT^®), you should talk with your healthcare provider if you have:

Heart disease, including congestive heart failure
Liver disease, including cirrhosis
Kidney disease or kidney failure
Diabetes
Scleroderma
Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus or SLE)
A personal or family history of angioedema, which is swelling under the skin
Gout
High cholesterol
Pancreatitis
Allergies
Asthma
Fluid or electrolyte problems
Any allergies, including allergies to Lotensin, HCT, other ACE inhibitors, sulfa drugs, foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or trying to become pregnant (see Lotensin HCT and Pregnancy)
Are breastfeeding
Are on dialysis
Drink alcohol regularly
Will be undergoing surgery or anesthesia.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you are currently taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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