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 amiloride, triamterene, or spironolactone; 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, spironolactone, amiloride, hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide, bumetanide, indapamide, and others; nitrate like nitroglycerin, isosorbide mononitrate, isosorbide dinitrate; lithium; digoxin; and aspirin or Indomethacin. 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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