Accupril
Generic Name: quinapril (KWIN a pril)
Brand Names: Accupril
What is Accupril?
Accupril is in a group of drugs called ACE inhibitors. ACE stands for angiotensin converting enzyme.
Accupril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart failure.
Accupril may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Accupril?
Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Accupril could cause birth defects in the baby if you take the medication during pregnancy. Use an effective form of birth control. Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment.
Avoid drinking alcohol. It can further lower your blood pressure and may increase some of the side effects of Accupril. Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking Accupril, unless your doctor has told you to.
Vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating can cause you to become dehydrated. This can lead to very low blood pressure, electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure while you are taking Accupril. Drink plenty of water each day while you are taking this medication.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Accupril?
Do not use Accupril if you are allergic to quinapril or to any other ACE inhibitor, such as benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), fosinopril (Monopril), enalapril (Vasotec), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), moexipril (Univasc), perindopril (Aceon), ramipril (Altace), or trandolapril (Mavik).
If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take Accupril.
Before you take this medicine, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
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kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
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liver disease;
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heart disease or congestive heart failure;
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diabetes; or
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a connective tissue disease such as Marfan syndrome, Sjogren's syndrome, lupus, scleroderma, or rheumatoid arthritis.
FDA pregnancy category D. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Accupril could cause birth defects in the baby if you take the medication during pregnancy. Use an effective form of birth control. Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment. Quinapril can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take Accupril?
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Accupril can be taken with or without food.
Vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating can cause you to become dehydrated. This can lead to very low blood pressure, electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure while you are taking Accupril. Drink plenty of water each day while you are taking this medication.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood pressure will need to be checked on a regular basis. Your kidney or liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking Accupril. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medication even if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.
Store Accupril at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Symptoms of a Accupril overdose may include feeling extremely dizzy or light-headed, or fainting.
What should I avoid while taking Accupril?
Avoid drinking alcohol. It can further lower your blood pressure and may increase some of the side effects of Accupril. Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements while taking Accupril, unless your doctor has told you to.
Accupril side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; severe stomach pain; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
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feeling light-headed, fainting;
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urinating more or less than usual, or not at all;
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fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
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pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding;
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severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;
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tired feeling, muscle weakness, and pounding or uneven heartbeats;
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chest pain;
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swelling, rapid weight gain; or
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jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Less serious Accupril side effects may include:
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cough;
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muscle pain;
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dizziness, drowsiness, headache;
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nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; or
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mild skin itching or rash.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at1-800-FDA-1088
What other drugs will affect Accupril?
Before taking Accupril, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:
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gold injections to treat arthritis;
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lithium (Lithobid, Eskalith);
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tetracycline (Brodspec, Panamycin, Sumycin, Tetracap);
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a potassium supplement such as K-Dur, Klor-Con;
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salt substitutes that contain potassium; or
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a diuretic (water pill).
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with Accupril. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Where can I get more information?
- Your pharmacist can provide more information about Accupril.
What does my medication look like?
Quinapril is available with a prescription under the brand name Accupril. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.
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Accupril 5 mg - elliptical, brown, film-coated, scored tablet
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Accupril 10 mg - triangular, brown, film-coated tablet
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Accupril 20 mg - round, brown, film-coated tablet
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Accupril 40 mg - elliptical, brown, film-coated tablet
- Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children. Never share your medicines with others and use this medication only for the condition prescribed.
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Accupril is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. It can be taken alone or in combination with a thiazide type of water pill such as hydrochlorothiazide. Accupril is in a family of drugs known as "ACE inhibitors." It works by preventing a chemical in your blood called angiotensin I from converting into a more potent form that increases salt and water retention in your body. Accupril also enhances blood flow throughout your blood vessels. Along with other drugs, Accupril is also prescribed in the treatment of congestive heart failure. |
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