| What is Fosinopril?
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Fosinopril is a high blood pressure medication known as an ACE inhibitor. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Fosinopril?
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When taken for high blook pressure Fosinopril side effects may include cough, dizziness, nausea,
and vomiting.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common or rare Fosinopril side effects may include
abdominal pain, changes in appetite and weight, changes in sexual performance, chest pain, confusion, constipation, decreased sex drive,
diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, distended abdomen, drowsiness, dry mouth, excessive sweating, eye irritation, fainting, fatigue, gas, gout, headache, heartburn, heart rhythm
disturbances, hives, itching, kidney failure, liver inflammation, memory disturbances, mood changes, muscle and bone pain, muscle cramps, rash, ringing in ears, severe joint pain, skin sensitivity to sunlight, sleep disturbances, tremors,
urinary frequency, vertigo, vision disturbances, weakness, and yellow eyes and skin.
When taken for heart failure Fosinopril side effects may include chest pain, cough, dizziness, low blood pressure,
and muscle and bone pain. Less common or rare Fosinopril side effects may
include abnormal breathing, arm or leg weakness, behavior change, bronchitis, chest pain, constipation, decreased appetite,
depression, diarrhea, distended abdomen, dry mouth, excessive sweating, fainting, fever, flu, fluid retention/swelling, gas, gout, heart rhythm disturbances, high blood pressure, itching, kidney pain, light-headedness on standing up, muscle ache, nasal inflammation, nausea, numbness, pain, pins and needles, rapid or slow heartbeat, sensation of cold, sexual problems, shock, sinus problems, speaking abnormality, stoppage of breathing/heart, stroke, swelling in legs or arms, taste disturbance, tremor, upper respiratory infection, urinary problems, vertigo, vision problems, vomiting, weakness,
and weight gain. |
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| How is Fosinopril taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Fosinopril provided by your doctor.
Fosinopril is best taken 1 hour before meals but it can be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Suddenly stopping Fosinopril could cause your blood pressure to increase. If you forget to take 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 Fosinopril with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Fosinopril. 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
Fosinopril with antacids, lithium, potassium preparations,
potassium-sparing diuretics, or thiazide diuretics. |
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| How should I store Fosinopril?
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Store Fosinopril at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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