| What is Captopril?
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Captopril is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Captopril?
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Captopril side effects may include itching, loss of taste, low blood pressure,
and rash.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common or rare Captopril side effects may include
abdominal pain, anemia, angina pectoris, blisters, blurred vision, breast development in males, cardiac arrest, changes in heart rhythm, chest pain, confusion, constipation, cough, depression, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, fever and chills, flushing, general feeling of ill health, hair loss, headache, heart attack, heart failure, impotence, inability to sleep, indigestion, inflammation of the nose, inflammation of the tongue, labored breathing, lack of coordination, loss of appetite, lung inflammation, muscle pain and/or weakness, nausea, nervousness, pallor, palpitations, peptic ulcer, rapid heartbeat, sensitivity to light, skin inflammation, skin peeling, sleepiness, sore throat, stomach irritation, stroke, sudden fainting or loss of strength, swelling of face, lips, tongue, throat, or arms and legs, tingling or pins and needles, vomiting, weakness, wheezing,
and yellow eyes and skin. |
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| How is Captopril taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Captopril provided by your doctor. Captopril should be taken 1 hour before meals. If you are taking an antacid, take it 2 hours prior to
Captopril. Stopping Captopril suddenly could cause your blood pressure to increase.
If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Captopril with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Captopril. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Captopril with allopurinol, aspirin, blood pressure drugs known as beta blockers,
cyclosporine, digoxin, diuretics, lithium, nitroglycerin and similar heart medicines,
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, potassium preparations, or
potassium-sparing diuretics. Do not use potassium-containing salt substitutes while taking
Captopril. |
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| How should I store Captopril?
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Store Captopril at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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