Fosinopril
Description
Fosinopril is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and certain other heart conditions. Patients are advised to follow a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Fosinopril
- Increased potassium levels
- Blurred vision
- Chest pain
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
- Skin rash
- Hypotension
- Cough
- Loss of taste sensation
- Increased heart beat
- Dizziness
- Shortness of breath
- Chills and fever
- Stomach pain
Uses of Fosinopril
What is it prescribed for?
- Hypertension
- Congestive Heart Failure
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is 1 hour.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is 24 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit forming tendency has been reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to fosinopril.
Angioedema
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors induced angioedema or hereditary angioedema due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Aliskiren
This medicine is not recommended for use in combination with aliskiren in patients with diabetes or renal impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Aliskiren
Fosinopril is not recommended for use in combination with aliskiren due to the increased risk of serious side effects. This risk is especially higher in diabetic patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor's supervision.
Hypotension
This medicine may cause hypotension, especially when used in combination with other high blood pressure medicines such as diuretics. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments should be done based on the clinical condition.
Hyperkalemia
This medicine may significantly increase the potassium levels in the blood. This may cause serious adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Neutropenia
This medicine may cause a low concentration of neutrophils in blood, leading to infection. Seek immediate medical attention in case of any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Allopurinol
Aliskiren
Insulin
Diclofenac
Candesartan
Sacubitril/Valsartan
Disease interactions
Bone marrow suppression
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with bone marrow suppression due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of complete blood count is necessary for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Renal Dysfunction
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Hemodialysis
This medicine should be used with caution in patients undergoing hemodialysis due to the increased risk of severe allergic reactions. Patients should be monitored closely for any signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction.
Food interactions
It is recommended to avoid a high potassium diet during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Your doctor/dietitian will suggest an appropriate diet for you to avoid high intake of potassium.
Lab interactions
Digoxin levels
Use of Fosinopril may give a false low measurement of digoxin levels in the blood with Digi-Tab RIA kit for digoxin. An alternate method of digoxin detection should be used during treatment with Fosinopril.
Take this medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Fosinopril works by relaxing the blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow smoothly and decreases the blood pressure.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 15 Aug 2017
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