benazepril (Rx)

Brand and Other Names:Lotensin

Dosing & Uses

AdultPediatricGeriatric

Dosage Forms & Strengths

tablet

  • 5mg
  • 10mg
  • 20mg
  • 40mg

Hypertension

Patients taking a diuretic: 5 mg/day PO initially, to avoid excessive hypotension

Patients not taking a diuretic: 10 mg/day PO

May increase to maintenance dose of 20-40 mg/day PO qDay or divided q12hr

Nephropathy-Nondiabetic (Off-label)

10-20 mg PO qDay

Dosing Modifications

Renal Impairment

  • CrCl< 30 mL/min: 5 mg PO qDay initially; not to exceed 40 mg/day

Hepatic Impairment

  • Not studied

Dosing Considerations

Consider starting an ACE inhibitor in high-risk patients, even if no hypertension or CHF

No sexual dysfunction side effect

Good choice in hyperlipidemia patients

Requires weeks for full effect; to start, use low dose and titrate q1-2wk

Abrupt discontinuance not associated with rapid increase in BP

Beneficial for many patients at risk for heart disease

Reduces risk of MI, stroke, diabetic nephropathy, microalbuminuria, new-onset diabetes mellitus

May preserve renal function in diabetes mellitus

May help to prevent migraine headaches

Dosage Forms & Strengths

tablet

  • 5mg
  • 10mg
  • 20mg
  • 40mg

Hypertension

<6 years: Safety and efficacy not established

≥6 years: 0.1-0.6 mg/kg PO qDay initially, not to exceed 5 mg/day; THEN  

Adjust dose based on BP response; not to exceed 0.6 mg/kg/day or 40 mg/day

Suspension preparation

  • The following prepares 150 mL of 2 mg/mL oral suspension
  • Add 75 mL of Ora-Plus oral suspending vehicle to an amber polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottle containing fifteen benazepril 20 mg tablets, and shake for at least 2 minutes
  • Allow the suspension to stand for a minimum of 1 hr
  • After the standing time, shake the suspension for a minimum of 1 additional minute, then add 75 mL of Ora-Sweet oral syrup vehicle to the bottle and shake the suspension to disperse the ingredients
  • Store refrigerated at 2-8°C (36-46°F) for up to 30 days in the PET bottle with a child-resistant screw-cap closure
  • Shake the suspension before each use

Dosing Modification

Renal impairment (CrCl <30 mL/min): Insufficient data to recommend dosage adjustment

Hypertension

5-10 mg/day PO initially in single or divided doses

Maintenance: 20-40 mg/day PO adjust for renal function

Dosing Modifications

Adjust dose for renal function; benazepril and benazeprilat are substantially excreted by the kidney

Because elderly patients are more likely to have decreased renal function, take care in dose selection; it may be useful to monitor renal function

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            Contraindicated (2)

            • aliskiren

              benazepril decreases effects of aliskiren by Other (see comment). Contraindicated. Comment: Aliskiren use contraindicated with ACE-inhibitors in patients with diabetes; avoid coadministration with ACE-inhibitors if GFR. In patients who are elderly, volume-depleted (including those on diuretic therapy), or with compromised renal function, coadministration of ACE-inhibitors with drugs that affect RAAS may increase the risk of renal impairment (including acute renal failure) and cause loss of antihypertensive effect. Monitor renal function periodically.

            • sacubitril/valsartan

              sacubitril/valsartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment. Increased risk of angioedema. Discontinue ACE Inhibitor therapy for at least 36 hours prior to sacubitril/valsartan administration.

              sacubitril/valsartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Contraindicated. Comment: Coadministration of neprilysin inhibitors (eg, sacubitril) with ACE inhibitors may increase angioedema risk; do not administer ACE inhibitors within 36 hr of switching to or from sacubitril/valsartan.

            Serious - Use Alternative (39)

            • allopurinol

              benazepril increases toxicity of allopurinol by unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. May increase risk for allergic or hypersensitivity reactions to allopurinol. Monitor for symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions if both drugs must be used together.

            • aspirin

              aspirin, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • aspirin rectal

              aspirin rectal, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • azilsartan

              azilsartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.

            • candesartan

              candesartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.

            • celecoxib

              celecoxib, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • choline magnesium trisalicylate

              choline magnesium trisalicylate, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • diclofenac

              diclofenac, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • diflunisal

              diflunisal, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • eprosartan

              eprosartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.

            • etodolac

              etodolac, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • fenoprofen

              fenoprofen, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • flurbiprofen

              flurbiprofen, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • ibuprofen

              ibuprofen, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • ibuprofen IV

              ibuprofen IV, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • indomethacin

              indomethacin, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • irbesartan

              irbesartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.

            • iron dextran complex

              benazepril increases toxicity of iron dextran complex by Mechanism: unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. ACE Inhibitors may enhance adverse/toxic effect of iron dextran complex, specifically anaphylactic reactions.

            • ketoprofen

              ketoprofen, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • ketorolac

              ketorolac, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • ketorolac intranasal

              ketorolac intranasal, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • linagliptin

              linagliptin increases toxicity of benazepril by Mechanism: unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Increased risk for adverse/toxic effects, specifically, increased risk of angioedema.

            • lofexidine

              lofexidine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration with other drugs that decrease pulse or blood pressure to mitigate risk of excessive bradycardia and hypotension.

            • losartan

              losartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.

            • meclofenamate

              meclofenamate, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • mefenamic acid

              mefenamic acid, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • meloxicam

              meloxicam, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • nabumetone

              nabumetone, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • naproxen

              naproxen, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • olmesartan

              olmesartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.

            • oxaprozin

              oxaprozin, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • piroxicam

              piroxicam, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • pregabalin

              benazepril, pregabalin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Coadministration results in additive risk of developing angioedema of face, mouth, and neck. Angioedema may result in respiratory compromise.

            • salsalate

              salsalate, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • sodium phosphates, IV

              benazepril increases toxicity of sodium phosphates, IV by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. ACE Inhibitors may enhance nephrotoxic effects of sodium phosphate.

            • sulindac

              sulindac, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • telmisartan

              telmisartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.

            • tolmetin

              tolmetin, benazepril. pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may result in a significant decrease in renal function. NSAIDs may diminish the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. The mechanism of these interactions is likely related to the ability of NSAIDs to reduce the synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins.

            • valsartan

              valsartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.

            Monitor Closely (185)

            • albiglutide

              benazepril increases effects of albiglutide by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. ACE inhibitors may increase hypoglycemic effect. Monitor glycemic control especially during the first month of treatment with an ACE inhibitor. .

            • aldesleukin

              aldesleukin, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • alfuzosin

              benazepril, alfuzosin. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Exaggerated first dose hypotensive response.

              alfuzosin increases effects of benazepril by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of hypotension.

            • alogliptin

              alogliptin increases toxicity of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. May increase risk of angioedema.

            • aluminum hydroxide

              aluminum hydroxide decreases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. May decrease absorption.

            • amifostine

              amifostine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with blood pressure lowering agents may increase the risk and severity of hypotension associated with amifostine. When amifostine is used at chemotherapeutic doses, withhold blood pressure lowering medications for 24 hr prior to amifostine; if blood pressure lowering medication cannot be withheld, do not administer amifostine.

            • amiloride

              benazepril and amiloride both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hyperkalemia. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • aminosalicylic acid

              aminosalicylic acid decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Salicylates may also increase nephrotoxic effects of ACE inhibitors.

            • amiodarone

              amiodarone, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • amobarbital

              amobarbital increases effects of benazepril by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced blood pressure lowering.

            • amphotericin B cholesteryl sulfate

              amphotericin B cholesteryl sulfate, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • amphotericin B deoxycholate

              amphotericin B deoxycholate, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • amphotericin B liposomal

              amphotericin B liposomal, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • amphotericin B phospholipid complex

              amphotericin B phospholipid complex, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • amyl nitrite

              amyl nitrite, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • apomorphine

              apomorphine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • aprotinin

              aprotinin decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Aprotinin may diminish antihypertensive effect of ACE Inhibitors.

            • aripiprazole

              aripiprazole, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • arsenic trioxide

              arsenic trioxide, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • asenapine

              benazepril increases effects of asenapine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Exaggerated first dose hypotensive response.

            • aspirin

              benazepril, aspirin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly with high dose aspirin, in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate

              aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Potential for dangerous interaction. Use with caution and monitor closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.

              benazepril, aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • avanafil

              avanafil increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.

            • azathioprine

              benazepril, azathioprine. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of neutropenia.

            • bendroflumethiazide

              bendroflumethiazide, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Thiazide-like diuretics may also enhance the nephrotoxic effects of ACE inhibitors.

            • benperidol

              benperidol, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive hypotensive effects.

            • bismuth subsalicylate

              bismuth subsalicylate decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Salicylates may also increase nephrotoxic effects of ACE inhibitors.

            • bortezomib

              bortezomib, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • bretylium

              benazepril, bretylium. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Each drug may cause hypotension.

            • brexpiprazole

              brexpiprazole increases toxicity of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • bromocriptine

              bromocriptine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • bumetanide

              benazepril, bumetanide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

            • bupivacaine

              bupivacaine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • butabarbital

              butabarbital increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • butalbital

              butalbital increases toxicity of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • calcium carbonate

              calcium carbonate decreases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • canagliflozin

              benazepril and canagliflozin both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • carbidopa

              carbidopa increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Therapy with carbidopa, given with or without levodopa or carbidopa-levodopa combination products, is started, dosage adjustment of the antihypertensive drug may be required.

            • cariprazine

              cariprazine increases toxicity of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

              benazepril increases toxicity of cariprazine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • celecoxib

              benazepril, celecoxib. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • chlorothiazide

              benazepril, chlorothiazide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Ehanced hypotensive effects. Increased risk of nephrotoxicity. Monitor blood pressure and renal function.

            • chlorpropamide

              benazepril increases effects of chlorpropamide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • chlorthalidone

              benazepril, chlorthalidone. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects. Increased risk of nephrotoxicity. Monitor blood pressure and renal function.

            • choline magnesium trisalicylate

              benazepril, choline magnesium trisalicylate. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • ciprofloxacin

              benazepril increases toxicity of ciprofloxacin by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. ACE Inhibitors may increase arrhythmogenic potential of ciprofloxacin, possibly by increasing serum potassium levels.

            • clomiphene

              clomiphene, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • clomipramine

              clomipramine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • clozapine

              clozapine increases toxicity of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

              benazepril increases toxicity of clozapine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • conivaptan

              conivaptan, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • cyclosporine

              benazepril and cyclosporine both increase nephrotoxicity and/or ototoxicity. Use Caution/Monitor. May increase risk of acute renal failure.

            • dalteparin

              dalteparin increases toxicity of benazepril by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Low molecular weight heparins may suppress adrenal aldosterone secretion, which can potentially cause hyperkalemia.

            • dexmedetomidine

              dexmedetomidine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • dextroamphetamine

              dextroamphetamine decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • diazoxide

              diazoxide increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Diazoxide may enhance the hypotensive effect of antihypertensive agents.

            • diclofenac

              benazepril, diclofenac. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • diflunisal

              benazepril, diflunisal. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • digoxin

              benazepril increases levels of digoxin by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • drospirenone

              benazepril and drospirenone both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • duloxetine

              duloxetine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • enoxaparin

              enoxaparin increases toxicity of benazepril by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Low molecular weight heparins may suppress adrenal aldosterone secretion, which can potentially cause hyperkalemia.

            • eplerenone

              benazepril, eplerenone. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hyperkalemia.

            • epoprostenol

              epoprostenol, benazepril. Either decreases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • ethacrynic acid

              benazepril, ethacrynic acid. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

            • etodolac

              benazepril, etodolac. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • everolimus

              benazepril, everolimus. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration increases risk of angioedema.

            • exenatide injectable solution

              benazepril increases effects of exenatide injectable solution by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: ACE inhibitors may increase hypoglycemic effect. Monitor glycemic control especially during the first month of treatment with an ACE inhibitor. .

            • exenatide injectable suspension

              benazepril increases effects of exenatide injectable suspension by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: ACE inhibitors may increase hypoglycemic effect. Monitor glycemic control especially during the first month of treatment with an ACE inhibitor.

            • fenoprofen

              benazepril, fenoprofen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • ferric gluconate

              benazepril increases toxicity of ferric gluconate by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • ferrous gluconate

              benazepril increases toxicity of ferrous gluconate by Mechanism: unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Benazepril may enhance adverse/toxic effects of ferrous gluconate.

            • finerenone

              benazepril and finerenone both increase serum potassium. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Finerenone dose adjustment based on current serum potassium concentration. Monitor serum potassium and adjust finerenone dose as described in the prescribing information as necessary.

            • flurbiprofen

              benazepril, flurbiprofen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • furosemide

              benazepril, furosemide. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

            • glimepiride

              benazepril increases effects of glimepiride by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive hypoglycemic effects.

            • glipizide

              benazepril increases effects of glipizide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive hypogylcemic effects.

            • glyburide

              benazepril increases effects of glyburide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive hypoglycemic effects.

            • gold sodium thiomalate

              benazepril, gold sodium thiomalate. Mechanism: unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Combo of ACE inhibitors and injectable gold has caused rare cases of nitritoid reaction (flushing, N/V, hypot'n).

            • heparin

              heparin increases toxicity of benazepril by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Low molecular weight heparins may suppress adrenal aldosterone secretion, which can potentially cause hyperkalemia.

            • hydrochlorothiazide

              benazepril increases toxicity of hydrochlorothiazide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects; increased risk of nephrotoxicity.

            • ibuprofen

              benazepril, ibuprofen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • ibuprofen IV

              benazepril, ibuprofen IV. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • icatibant

              icatibant decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Icatibant has potential to have a pharmacodynamic interaction with ACE inhibitors where it may attenuate the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors.

            • iloperidone

              iloperidone increases toxicity of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

              benazepril increases toxicity of iloperidone by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • iloprost

              iloprost, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • indapamide

              indapamide, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Thiazide-like diuretics may also enhance the nephrotoxic effects of ACE inhibitors.

            • indomethacin

              benazepril, indomethacin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • insulin aspart

              benazepril increases effects of insulin aspart by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects. Monitor blood glucose.

            • insulin degludec

              benazepril, insulin degludec. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects; Monitor blood glucose.

            • insulin degludec/insulin aspart

              benazepril, insulin degludec/insulin aspart. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects; Monitor blood glucose.

            • insulin detemir

              benazepril increases effects of insulin detemir by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects; Monitor blood glucose.

            • insulin glargine

              benazepril increases effects of insulin glargine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects; Monitor blood glucose.

            • insulin glulisine

              benazepril increases effects of insulin glulisine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects; Monitor blood glucose.

            • insulin inhaled

              benazepril, insulin inhaled. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects; Monitor blood glucose.

            • insulin lispro

              benazepril increases effects of insulin lispro by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects; Monitor blood glucose.

            • insulin NPH

              benazepril increases effects of insulin NPH by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects; Monitor blood glucose.

            • insulin regular human

              benazepril increases effects of insulin regular human by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypoglycemic effects; Monitor blood glucose.

            • isocarboxazid

              isocarboxazid, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • isoflurane

              isoflurane, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • isosorbide dinitrate

              isosorbide dinitrate, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • ketoprofen

              benazepril, ketoprofen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • ketorolac

              benazepril, ketorolac. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • ketorolac intranasal

              benazepril, ketorolac intranasal. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • lanthanum carbonate

              lanthanum carbonate decreases levels of benazepril by cation binding in GI tract. Use Caution/Monitor. Administer ACE inhibitor at least 2 hr before or after lanthanum.

            • levodopa

              levodopa increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider decreasing dosage of antihypertensive agent.

              benazepril, levodopa. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive hypotensive effects.

            • liraglutide

              benazepril increases effects of liraglutide by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. ACE inhibitors may increase hypoglycemic effect. Monitor glycemic control especially during the first month of treatment with an ACE inhibitor. .

            • lisdexamfetamine

              lisdexamfetamine decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • lithium

              benazepril increases toxicity of lithium by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. ACE inhibitor induced Na+ depletion may increase reabsorption of lithium from renal tubule. Monitor lithium levels.

            • lurasidone

              lurasidone increases effects of benazepril by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Potential for increased risk of hypotension with concurrent use. Monitor blood pressure and adjust dose of antihypertensive agent as needed.

            • magnesium salicylate

              benazepril, magnesium salicylate. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly with high dose aspirin, elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • maraviroc

              maraviroc, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of orthostatic hypotension.

            • meclofenamate

              benazepril, meclofenamate. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • mefenamic acid

              benazepril, mefenamic acid. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • meloxicam

              benazepril, meloxicam. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • metformin

              benazepril increases toxicity of metformin by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk for hypoglycemia and lactic acidosis.

            • methamphetamine

              methamphetamine decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • methohexital

              methohexital increases toxicity of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • methyclothiazide

              benazepril, methyclothiazide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects; increased risk of nephrotoxicity.

            • methylphenidate

              methylphenidate will decrease the level or effect of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Methylphenidate may diminish antihypertensive effects. Monitor BP.

            • methylphenidate transdermal

              methylphenidate transdermal decreases effects of benazepril by anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • metolazone

              metolazone, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Thiazide-like diuretics may also enhance the nephrotoxic effects of ACE inhibitors.

            • nabumetone

              benazepril increases toxicity of nabumetone by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Combination may result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • naproxen

              benazepril, naproxen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • nesiritide

              nesiritide, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive hypotensive effects.

            • nitroglycerin IV

              nitroglycerin IV, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Both drugs lower blood pressure. Monitor blood pressure.

            • nitroglycerin PO

              nitroglycerin PO, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Both drugs lower blood pressure. monitor blood pressure.

            • nitroglycerin rectal

              nitroglycerin rectal, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Observe for possible additive hypotensive effects during concomitant use. .

            • nitroglycerin transdermal

              nitroglycerin transdermal, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Both drugs lower blood pressure. Monitor blood pressure.

            • nitroprusside sodium

              nitroprusside sodium, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive hypotensive effects.

            • obinutuzumab

              obinutuzumab increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Obinutuzumab may enhance the hypotensive effect of blood pressure lowering agents.

            • olanzapine

              olanzapine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • oxaprozin

              benazepril, oxaprozin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • paliperidone

              paliperidone increases toxicity of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

              benazepril increases toxicity of paliperidone by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • pentobarbital

              pentobarbital, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • pentoxifylline

              pentoxifylline, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • phendimetrazine

              phendimetrazine decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • phenelzine

              phenelzine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • phenobarbital

              phenobarbital, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • phenoxybenzamine

              benazepril, phenoxybenzamine. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Exaggerated first dose hypotensive response.

            • phentermine

              phentermine decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • phentolamine

              benazepril, phentolamine. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Exaggerated first dose hypotensive response.

            • piroxicam

              benazepril, piroxicam. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • potassium acid phosphate

              benazepril increases levels of potassium acid phosphate by decreasing elimination. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hyperkalemia.

              potassium acid phosphate and benazepril both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Potassium salts may increase the hyperkalemic effects of ACE inhibitors; the effect may be the result of aldosterone suppression in patients receiving ACE inhibitors

            • potassium chloride

              benazepril increases levels of potassium chloride by decreasing elimination. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hyperkalemia.

              potassium chloride and benazepril both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • potassium citrate

              benazepril increases levels of potassium citrate by decreasing elimination. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hyperkalemia.

              potassium citrate and benazepril both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Potassium salts may increase the hyperkalemic effects of ACE inhibitors; the effect may be the result of aldosterone suppression in patients receiving ACE inhibitors

            • potassium citrate/citric acid

              benazepril and potassium citrate/citric acid both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hyperkalemia.

            • potassium iodide

              potassium iodide and benazepril both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Potassium salts may increase the hyperkalemic effects of ACE inhibitors; the effect may be the result of aldosterone suppression in patients receiving ACE inhibitors.

            • potassium phosphates, IV

              benazepril and potassium phosphates, IV both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of hyperkalemia.

            • prazosin

              benazepril, prazosin. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Exaggerated first dose hypotensive response.

            • propofol

              propofol, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • quetiapine

              quetiapine increases toxicity of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

              benazepril increases toxicity of quetiapine by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • rasagiline

              rasagiline, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • riociguat

              riociguat, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • risperidone

              risperidone, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • ropivacaine

              ropivacaine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • salsalate

              benazepril, salsalate. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • saxagliptin

              saxagliptin increases toxicity of benazepril by Mechanism: unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of adverse/toxic effects, specifically increased risk of angioedema.

            • secobarbital

              secobarbital, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • selegiline

              selegiline, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • sevoflurane

              sevoflurane, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of hypotension.

            • sildenafil

              sildenafil, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • silodosin

              benazepril, silodosin. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Exaggerated first dose hypotensive response.

            • sirolimus

              benazepril, sirolimus. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration increases risk of angioedema.

            • sitagliptin

              sitagliptin increases toxicity of benazepril by Mechanism: unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of adverse/toxic effects, specifically, increased risk of angioedema.

            • sodium bicarbonate

              sodium bicarbonate decreases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • sodium citrate/citric acid

              sodium citrate/citric acid decreases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride

              sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride increases toxicity of benazepril by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration with medications that cause fluid and electrolyte abnormalities may increase the risk of adverse events of seizure, arrhythmias, and renal impairment.

            • sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate

              sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate increases toxicity of benazepril by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration with medications that cause fluid and electrolyte abnormalities may increase the risk of adverse events of seizure, arrhythmias, and renal impairment.

            • spironolactone

              benazepril and spironolactone both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • sulfasalazine

              sulfasalazine decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Potential for dangerous interaction. Use with caution and monitor closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.

              benazepril, sulfasalazine. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • sulindac

              benazepril, sulindac. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • synthetic human angiotensin II

              benazepril increases effects of synthetic human angiotensin II by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tadalafil

              tadalafil increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.

            • temsirolimus

              benazepril, temsirolimus. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration increases risk of angioedema.

            • terazosin

              benazepril, terazosin. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Exaggerated first dose hypotensive response.

            • tolazamide

              benazepril increases effects of tolazamide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tolbutamide

              benazepril increases effects of tolbutamide by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • tolmetin

              benazepril, tolmetin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals.

            • torsemide

              benazepril, torsemide. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of acute hypotension, renal insufficiency.

            • triamterene

              benazepril and triamterene both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

            • trimethoprim

              trimethoprim and benazepril both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Trimethoprim decreases urinary potassium excretion. May cause hyperkalemia, particularly with high doses, renal insufficiency, or when combined with other drugs that cause hyperkalemia.

            • vardenafil

              vardenafil, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • voclosporin

              voclosporin and benazepril both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.

              voclosporin, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by nephrotoxicity and/or ototoxicity. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with drugs associated with nephrotoxicity may increase the risk for acute and/or chronic nephrotoxicity.

            • yohimbine

              yohimbine decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Yohimbine may diminish the antihypertensive effect of antihypertensive agents.

            • ziprasidone

              ziprasidone, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • zotepine

              benazepril, zotepine. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Exaggerated first dose hypotensive response.

            Minor (40)

            • agrimony

              agrimony increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced hypoglycemic and hypotensive effects.

            • brimonidine

              brimonidine increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Additive hypotensive effects.

            • capsicum

              capsicum, benazepril. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Increase ACE inhibitor induced cough.

            • chlorpromazine

              chlorpromazine increases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Increased risk of hypotension.

            • clofarabine

              clofarabine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • cornsilk

              cornsilk increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • creatine

              creatine, benazepril. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. (Theoretical interaction) Combination may have additive nephrotoxic effects.

            • desflurane

              desflurane, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • dinutuximab

              dinutuximab, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • entecavir

              benazepril, entecavir. Either increases effects of the other by decreasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown. Coadministration with drugs that reduce renal function or compete for active tubular secretion may increase serum concentrations of either entecavir or the coadministered drug.

            • fluphenazine

              fluphenazine increases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • imipramine

              imipramine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • iron sucrose

              iron sucrose, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • maitake

              maitake increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Additive hypotensive effects.

            • mercaptopurine

              benazepril, mercaptopurine. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of neutropenia.

            • mirabegron

              mirabegron decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Monitor blood pressure.

            • morphine

              morphine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • nabilone

              nabilone, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • nitric oxide gas

              nitric oxide gas, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • paclitaxel

              paclitaxel, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • patiromer

              patiromer, benazepril. cation binding in GI tract. Minor/Significance Unknown. No observed clinically important interaction. No separation of dosing required.

            • perphenazine

              perphenazine increases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown.

            • probenecid

              probenecid increases levels of benazepril by Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Probenecid may decrease the renal excretion of benazepril; monitor blood pressure.

            • prochlorperazine

              prochlorperazine increases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • promazine

              promazine increases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • promethazine

              promethazine increases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • reishi

              reishi increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced hypotensive and hypoglycemic effects.

            • remifentanil

              remifentanil, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • ropinirole

              ropinirole, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • rotigotine

              rotigotine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • salicylates (non-asa)

              salicylates (non-asa) decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

            • sotalol

              sotalol, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • tamsulosin

              tamsulosin, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • thalidomide

              thalidomide, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • thioridazine

              thioridazine, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • tizanidine

              tizanidine increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Risk of hypotension.

            • tolfenamic acid

              tolfenamic acid decreases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Minor/Significance Unknown. NSAIDs decrease prostaglandin synthesis.

            • treprostinil

              treprostinil increases effects of benazepril by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

            • tretinoin

              tretinoin, benazepril. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown. May increase risk of hypotension.

            • trifluoperazine

              trifluoperazine increases effects of benazepril by unspecified interaction mechanism. Minor/Significance Unknown. Enhanced hypotensive effects.

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            Adverse Effects

            1-10%

            Cough (1-10%)

            Headache (6%)

            Dizziness (4%)

            Fatigue (2%)

            Postural dizziness (2%)

            Serum creatinine increased (2%)

            Somnolence (2%)

            Nausea (1%)

            ARF if renal artery stenosis (1%)

            <1% (selected)

            Anaphylactoid reaction

            Angina

            Angioedema

            ECG changes

            Flushing

            Hypotension

            Palpitations

            Postural hypotension

            Syncope

            Insomnia

            Alopecia

            Dermatitis

            Rash

            Hyperglycemia

            Pancreatitis

            Gastritis

            Vomiting

            Agranulocytosis

            Eosinophilia

            Hemolytic anemia

            Hyperkalemia

            Hyponatremia

            Leukopenia

            Neutropenia

            Thrombocytopenia

            Transaminases increased

            Arthritis

            Arthralgia

            Impotence

            Proteinuria

            Asthma

            Dyspnea

            Stevens-Johnson syndrome

            Uric acid increased

            Postmarketing Reports

            Dermatologic: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, pemphigus, apparent hypersensitivity reactions (manifested by dermatitis, pruritus, or rash), photosensitivity, and flushing

            Gastrointestinal: Nausea, pancreatitis, constipation, gastritis, vomiting, and melena

            Hematologic: Thrombocytopenia and hemolytic anemia

            Neurologic and psychiatric: Anxiety, decreased libido, hypertonia, insomnia, nervousness, and paresthesia

            Fatigue

            Asthma

            Bronchitis

            Dyspnea

            Sinusitis

            Urinary tract infection

            Frequent urination

            Infection

            Arthritis

            Impotence

            Alopecia

            Arthralgia

            Myalgia

            Asthenia

            Sweating

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            Warnings

            Black Box Warnings

            Discontinue as soon as possible when pregnancy is detected; affects renin-angiotensin system, causing oligohydramnios, which may result in fetal injury and/or death

            Contraindications

            Hypersensitivity

            History of hereditary or idiopathic angioedema

            Coadministration of neprilysin inhibitors (eg, sacubitril) with ACE inhibitors may increase angioedema risk; do not administer ACE inhibitors within 36 hr of switching to or from sacubitril/valsartan

            Concomitant administration with aliskiren in patients with diabetes mellitus or with renal impairment

            Cautions

            Excessive hypotension with or without syncope may occur if hypovolemia/hyponatremia present or if coadministered with diuretics

            Dual blockade of the renin-angiotensin system with ARBs, ACE inhibitors, or aliskiren associated with increased risk for hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal function changes (including acute renal failure), compared with monotherapy

            Most patients receiving the combination of two RAS inhibitors do not obtain any additional benefit compared to monotherapy; avoid combined use of RAS inhibitors; closely monitor blood pressure, renal function and electrolytes in patients on benazepril and other agents that affect the RAS

            Not for coadministration with aliskiren in patients with diabetes; avoid use of aliskiren with benazepril in patients with renal impairment (GFR <60 ml/min/1.73 m²)

            ACE inhibition causes increased bradykinin levels, which putatively mediates angioedema (higher incidence in black patients)

            Cough may occur due to increased bradykinin levels

            Cholestatic jaundice reported with use

            Avoid use in bilateral renal artery stenosis

            Angioedema may occur; coadministration with mTOR inhibitors (eg, temsirolimus) may increase risk for angioedema; discontinue therapy and treat appropriately if angioedema occurs

            Discontinue immediately if pregnancy occurs (see Black Box Warnings)

            ACE inhibitors are less effective in black patients

            Renal impairment may occur

            Rare cases of agranylocytosis reported ACE inhibitor therapy

            May cause hypotension during surgery; additive hypotensive effects may occur with anesthetic agents that produce hypotension (correct by volume expansion)

            Deterioration of renal function may occur; may consider discontinuation of therapy in patients with progressive and/or significant deterioration in renal function

            Monitor for jaundice or signs of liver failure

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            Pregnancy

            Lotensin can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman; use of drugs that act on renin-angiotensin system during second and third trimesters of pregnancy reduces fetal renal function and increases fetal and neonatal morbidity and death; most epidemiologic studies examining fetal abnormalities after exposure to antihypertensive use in first trimester have not distinguished drugs affecting renin-angiotensin system from other antihypertensive agents; when pregnancy is detected, discontinue Lotensin as soon as possible

            Hypertension in pregnancy increases maternal risk for pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, premature delivery, and delivery complications (e.g., need for cesarean section, and post-partum hemorrhage); hypertension increases fetal risk for intrauterine growth restriction and intrauterine death; pregnant women with hypertension should be carefully monitored and managed accordingly

            Oligohydramnios in pregnant women who use drugs affecting renin-angiotensin system in second and third trimesters of pregnancy can result in reduced fetal renal function leading to anuria and renal failure, fetal lung hypoplasia and skeletal deformations, including skull hypoplasia, hypotension, and death; in the unusual case that there is no appropriate alternative to therapy with drugs affecting renin-angiotensin system for a particular patient, apprise the mother of potential risk to fetus

            Perform serial ultrasound examinations to assess intra-amniotic environment; fetal testing may be appropriate, based on week of pregnancy; patients and physicians should be aware, however, that oligohydramnios may not appear until after fetus has sustained irreversible injury; closely observe infants with histories of in utero exposure to drug for hypotension, oliguria, and hyperkalemia; if oliguria or hypotension occur in neonates with a history of in utero exposure to drug support blood pressure and renal perfusion; exchange transfusions or dialysis may be required as a means of reversing hypotension and substituting for disordered renal function

            Lactation

            Minimal amounts of unchanged benazepril and of benazeprilat are excreted into the breast milk of lactating women receiving therapy; a newborn child ingesting entirely breast milk would receive less than 0.1% of mg/kg maternal dose of benazepril and benazeprilat

            Pregnancy Categories

            A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.

            B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.

            C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.

            D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.

            X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.

            NA: Information not available.

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            Mechanism of Action

            Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors dilate arteries and veins by competively inhibiting the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II (a potent endogenous vasoconstrictor) and by inhibiting bradykinin metabolism; these actions result in preload and afterload reductions on the heart

            ACE inhibitors also promote sodium and water excretion by inhibiting angiotensin-II induced aldosterone secretion; elevation in potassium may also be observed

            ACE inhibitors also elicit renoprotective effects through vasodilation of renal arterioles

            ACE inhibitors reduce cardiac and vascular remodeling associated with chronic hypertension, heart failure, and myocardial infarction

            Absorption

            Bioavailability: 37%

            Onset: 1-2 hr (peak effect with 2-20 mg dose)

            Duration: 24 hr (with 5-20 mg dose)

            Peak plasma time: 0.5-1 hr (parent drug)

            Distribution

            Protein bound: 95-97%

            Vd: 8.7 L

            Metabolism

            Metabolite: Benazeprilat (active)

            Elimination

            Half-life: 10-11 hr

            Dialyzable: Minimal

            Excretion: Urine (primarily); bile (11-12%)

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            Patient Education
            benazepril oral

            BENAZEPRIL - ORAL

            (ben-AZ-e-pril)

            COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Lotensin

            WARNING: This drug can cause serious harm (possibly fatal) to an unborn baby if used during pregnancy. It is important to prevent pregnancy while taking this medication. Consult your doctor for more details and to discuss the use of reliable forms of birth control while taking this medication. If you are planning pregnancy, become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away.

            USES: Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Benazepril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

            HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once or twice daily.If you are using the suspension form of this medication, shake the bottle well before each dose. Carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose.The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. For children, the dosage is also based on weight.Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.It may take 1 to 2 weeks before you get the full benefit of this medication. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens (such as your blood pressure readings remain high or increase).

            SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, or headache may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. Dry cough may also occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: fainting, symptoms of a high potassium blood level (such as muscle weakness, slow/irregular heartbeat).Although benazepril may be used to prevent kidney problems or treat people who have kidney problems, it may also rarely cause serious kidney problems or make them worse. Your doctor will check your kidney function while you are taking benazepril. Tell your doctor right away if you have any signs of kidney problems such as a change in the amount of urine.This drug may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of liver damage, including: nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

            PRECAUTIONS: Before taking benazepril, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other ACE inhibitors (such as lisinopril); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: history of an allergic reaction which included swelling of the face/lips/tongue/throat (angioedema), blood filtering procedures (such as LDL apheresis, dialysis), high level of potassium in the blood.This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).Severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting may cause dehydration and cause you to feel lightheaded. Tell your doctor if you have severe diarrhea or vomiting. To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of fluids unless your doctor tells you not to.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).This product may increase your potassium levels. Before using potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist.Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, including dizziness and increases in potassium level.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using benazepril. Benazepril may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication. See also Warning section.This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

            DRUG INTERACTIONS: See also Precautions section.Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.Some products that may interact with this drug include: aliskiren, certain drugs that weaken the immune system/increase the risk of infection (such as everolimus, sirolimus), lithium, drugs that may increase the level of potassium in the blood (such as ARBs including losartan/valsartan, birth control pills containing drospirenone), sacubitril.Some products have ingredients that could raise your blood pressure or worsen your heart failure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen).A very serious reaction may occur if you are getting injections for bee/wasp sting allergy (desensitization) and are also taking benazepril. Make sure all your doctors know which medicines you are using.

            OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: severe dizziness, fainting.

            NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.Lifestyle changes such as stress reduction programs, exercise and dietary changes may increase the effectiveness of this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about lifestyle changes that might benefit you.Lab and/or medical tests (such as kidney function, potassium levels) should be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.Check your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Learn how to monitor your own blood pressure at home, and share the results with your doctor.

            MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.

            STORAGE: Store tablets at room temperature away from light and moisture. Store the suspension in the refrigerator. Discard any unused suspension after 30 days. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.

            Information last revised November 2023. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.

            IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

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