AMLODIPINE+BENAZEPRIL

It is recommended not to take it if you are allergic to any component present in AMLODIPINE+BENAZEPRIL or if you are pregnant. Extreme caution should be exercised while using AMLODIPINE+BENAZEPRIL if you have Angioedema, bone marrow suppression, CHF, hemodialysis, hyperkalemia, hypotension, cardiogenic shock/hypotension, ischemic heart disease, or liver problems. So, inform your doctor about all your medical conditions before using AMLODIPINE+BENAZEPRIL. Amlodipine may have an impact on sperm function. If you are experiencing problems getting pregnant, talk to your doctor about quitting amlodipine. If you are concerned, speak with your fertility specialist.

Drug-Drug Interactions: AMLODIPINE+BENAZEPRIL may interact with certain high blood pressure lowering pills (e.g. aliskiren, candesartan, losartan), anticonvulsant medications (e.g. carbamazepine, phenytoin), and antifungal medications (e.g. itraconazole, ketoconazole).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol consumption should be avoided. Avoid moderately high or high potassium dietary intake.

Drug-Disease Interactions: AMLODIPINE+BENAZEPRIL may interact with various disease conditions, including angioedema, bone marrow suppression, CHF (Congestive Heart Failure), hemodialysis, hyperkalemia, hypotension, hypotension (low blood pressure), coronary artery disease, liver disease, and cardiogenic shock (when the heart fails to pump required blood to the body).

• Consume antioxidant-rich food. Blueberries, cherries, tomatoes, squash, and bell peppers are highly antioxidants.
• Eat natural diuretic foods. Asparagus, beets, green beans, grapes, onion, leafy greens, pineapple, leeks, pumpkin, and garlic are all-natural diuretic foods.
• Use healthy cooking oils like soybean, olive, canola, and coconut oil.
• You should avoid refined foods such as white bread, spaghetti, sugar, and red meat.
• Reduce or eliminate Trans fatty acids, which are found in commercially baked items such as cookies, cakes, crackers, French fries, onion rings, doughnuts, and processed foods.
• Avoid the consumption of too much salt or salty food.
• Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
• Regular physical activity or exercise like walking improves your blood flow.
• When possible, elevate your legs or the swollen area on a chair or pillows.
• Avoid standing or sitting for extended periods.
• Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.
• Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
• Quitting smoking and alcohol consumption is the best strategy to lower the risk of many health complications.

If you are pregnant, avoid using amlodipine and benazepril. Call your doctor right away if you become pregnant while taking amlodipine with benazepril. Amlodipine and benazepril have the potential to harm the fetus.