Quinapril 20mg

Antihypertensive Agent, Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitor

“ALERT: US Boxed Warning

Fetal toxicity:

When pregnancy is detected, discontinue quinapril as soon as possible. Drugs that act directly on the renin-angiotensin system can cause injury and death to the developing fetus.”

CSA NA – FDA Approved – REMS (N) – Can Ship

Quinapril, Accupril lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels which can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.

Officially indicated to treat hypertension and heart failure (may also be used for conditions not listed).

Before starting Quinapril, Accupril make sure your physician is aware of any allergies or medications you currently take, if you have kidney disease, ascites, an electrolyte imbalance, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

5mg twice a day and titrate up to a target dose of 20mg twice a day (Heart Failure)

10-20mg once daily and titrate up as needed to a maximum of 80mg in one or two divided doses (Hypertension)

How to Take: Follow instructions provided by physician/pharmacy label, take consistently at same times each day unless otherwise directed, store at room temperature

You Need to Avoid: Careful standing up too quickly as you may get dizzy, and do not supplement with potassium unless instructed by physician

Dry cough, hypotension, dizziness, fatigue, hyperkalemia (high potassium), nausea/vomiting

Note this is not a complete list of side effects for Quinapril, Accupril, only common ones

1. Why can’t I stop coughing?
   It is a common side effect of Quinapril, Accupril that is not harmful however it will likely not stop until the medication is changed so contact your physician for a similar alternative
2. What do I do if I show signs of high potassium levels (nausea, weakness, irregular heartbeat, tingling sensation, loss of movement)
   Seek immediate medical attention, it is a rare but potentially serious side effect of Quinapril, Accupril.