What is quinapril HCTZ used for?
What is quinapril HCTZ used for?
Hydrochlorothiazide and quinapril is a combination medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack. Hydrochlorothiazide and quinapril may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Does quinapril make you pee?
Quinapril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors and works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/”water pills.” It works by causing you to make more urine.
What are the side effects of taking quinapril?
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or tiredness may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. Dry cough, nausea, or vomiting may also occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Can you take hydrochlorothiazide and quinapril together?
Quinapril and hydrochlorothiazide combination is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly.
Can you drink alcohol while taking quinapril?
Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of quinapril. Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking quinapril, unless your doctor has told you to. Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy.
Does quinapril cause weight gain?
Check with your doctor right away if you have lower back or side pain, decreased frequency or amount of urine, bloody urine, increased thirst, swelling of the face, fingers, or lower legs, weight gain, or increased blood pressure. These could be symptoms of a serious kidney problem.
What time of day should you take quinapril?
Your doctor is likely to advise you to take your very first dose at bedtime. This is because the first dose can make you feel dizzy. After the first dose, you can take quinapril at a time of day you find easy to remember, but try to take it at the same times of day each day.
Can quinapril cause weight gain?
When is the best time to take quinapril?
It is best taken just before you go to sleep. Some painkillers and indigestion remedies could interfere with quinapril. Ask your pharmacist for advice before you buy any medicines ‘over the counter’.
What foods should be avoided with quinapril?
Potassium Rich Foods: Quinapril increases the level of potassium in the blood which can lead to irregular heartbeat. It is better to avoid potassium-rich foods like bananas, oranges and green leafy vegetables when you are on quinapril.
How does Quinapril and hydrochlorothiazide work?
As a result, quinapril relaxes the blood vessels. This lowers blood pressure and increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic (water pill). It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine which helps lower the blood pressure.
What is the chemical formula for Quinapril hydrochloride?
Quinapril hydrochloride is a white to off-white amorphous powder that is freely soluble in aqueous solvents. Hydrochlorothiazide is chemically described as: 6-Chloro-3,4-dihydro-2H-1,2,4-benzothiadiazine-7-sulfonamide 1,1-dioxide.
What does Quinapril do to your blood pressure?
Quinapril, the first medication in the combination pill is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It blocks a chemical in your body that tightens blood vessels, which makes blood vessels more relaxed. Having more relaxed blood vessels causes your blood pressure to go down.
How is quinaretic used to treat high blood pressure?
This product is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.This product contains 2 medications: quinapril and hydrochlorothiazide. Quinapril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors and works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.
