Description
Lotensin HCT contains a combination of two different prescription drugs for the treatment of high blood pressure. If left untreated, high blood pressure can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, which are debilitating and sometimes fatal.
Directions
Lotensin is available in a variety of different strengths, including
- Benazepril-hydrochlorothiazide 5-6.25 mg
- Benazepril-hydrochlorothiazide 10-12.5 mg
- Benazepril-hydrochlorothiazide 20-12.5 mg
- Benazepril-hydrochlorothiazide 20-25 mg
Take Lotensin HCT exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. It is usually taken once or twice daily.
Ingredients
The active ingredients in Lotensin HCT are benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide.
Benazepril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. It works by preventing the formation of angiotensin II, which helps to regulate and decrease blood pressure.
Interactions
Common drug-drug interactions may include:
- Aliskiren
- Amifostine
- Aminolevulinic Acid
- Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers
- Arsenic Trioxide
- Bile Acid Sequestrants
- Bromperidol
- Dofetilide
- Grass Pollen Allergen Extract
- Lanthanum
- Levosulpiride
- Lithium
- Mecamylamine
- Obinutuzumab
- Promazine
- Sacubitril
- Sodium Phosphates
- Urapidil
Cautions
Tell your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver problems before starting this drug.
Stop taking Lotensin HCT if you suddenly develop an unexplained dry cough.
Your doctor should monitor your blood electrolytes when starting this drug and also periodically.
Side Effects
The most common side effects of this drug are:
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Dreams
- Alopecia
- Anorexia
- Arthralgia
- Arthritis
- Back Pain
- Bronchitis
- Chest Pain
- Chills
- Conjunctivitis
- Constipation
- Cough
- Decreased Libido
- Diaphoresis
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dysgeusia
- Dyspepsia
- Epistaxis
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Flatulence
- Flu-Like Symptoms
- Flushing
- Gastroenteritis
- Hypertonia
- Hypoesthesia
- Hypotension
- Impotence
- Infection
- Insomnia
- Myalgia
- Nausea
- Neck Pain
- Nervousness
- Orthostatic Dizziness
- Pain
- Palpitations
- Paresthesia
- Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Pruritus
- Retinopathy
- Rhinitis
- Sinusitis
- Skin Photosensitivity
- Skin Rash
- Syncope
- Tachycardia
- Tinnitus
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- Urinary Frequency
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Vertigo
- Visual Disturbance
- Voice Disorder
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Xerostomia
References
Lotensin HCT [package insert]. East Hanover, NJ: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp; 2009.
About Dr. Conor Sheehy (Page Author)
Dr. Sheehy (BSc Molecular Biology, PharmD) works a clinical pharmacist specializing in cardiology, oncology, and ambulatory care. He’s a board-certified pharmacotherapy specialist (BCPS), and his experience working one-on-one with patients to fine tune their medication and therapy plans for optimal results makes him a valuable subject matter expert for our pharmacy. Read More....
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Product Code : 5495