Quinapril-hydrochlorothiazide is a medication that is licensed to treat high blood pressure in adults. This eMedTV page explains how quinapril-hydrochlorothiazide works and offers more information on its dosing guidelines and possible side effects.
This eMedTV segment lists potential side effects of quinapril-hydrochlorothiazide, such as cough, fatigue, and headache. This page also covers some of the more serious side effects (such as wheezing) that should be reported immediately to a doctor.
What is quinapril-hydrochlorothiazide used for? As this part of the eMedTV Web site explains, quinapril-hydrochlorothiazide is used for controlling high blood pressure. The medication is approved for adult use only and should not be used by children.
Quinapril-hydrochlorothiazide dosing typically falls between 10 mg/12.5 mg and 20 mg/25 mg once a day. This eMedTV page lists the factors that help determine your dosage and offers tips and precautions for taking the drug.
This eMedTV page contains a list of medicines that may cause drug interactions with quinapril-hydrochlorothiazide, including norepinephrine, tetracycline, and diuretics. Interactions may result in side effects or reduced effectiveness of the drugs.
This eMedTV page offers several warnings and precautions with quinapril-hydrochlorothiazide, including possible side effects and information on who should avoid the drug. For example, this drug should not be taken by those with severe kidney disease.
