Buy Lotensin Online
Also known as: Benac
Active ingredient: BENAZEPRIL
Product Code: PR10575
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Generic Lotensin is an oral medication which is used to treat high blood pressure, chronic renal failure as well as congestive heart failure. The active ingredient, Benazepril is also often combined with hydrochlorothiazide and sold under the name Lotensin HCT.
Classification and Mechanism of ActionGeneric Lotensin is classified as an ACE inhibitor, meaning that it inhibits the functioning of the angiotensin-converting enzyme which is responsible for converting angiotensin I into angiotensin II which constricts blood vessels. Because of this, the blood vessels are expanded and the blood pressure drops. It has also been shown that Generic Lotensin can help people who are suffering kidney failure cope with their condition and slow its progress.
Looking after your drugStore your Generic Lotensin away from heat, moisture and direct light.
How to take the medicationGeneric Lotensin has to be taken exactly as prescribed by the physician. Do not increase or decrease the dosages and continue to take the drug even if you are feeling fine. Your doctor will want to check your progress and measure your blood pressure regularly. Your kidney and liver function may also need to be tested. You should be aware that becoming dehydrated or drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure which can be dangerous in combination with Benace. If you are having surgery, tell your surgeon that you are using this drug.
DosageThe usual initial dose is 10 mg once a day. Maintenance dose can range between 20 and even 80 mg in some cases.
OverdoseSeek emergency medical help if you suspect an overdose on generic benazepril.
Missed DoseTake the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip it if the next scheduled dose is close.
Warnings and PrecautionsDo not get up too quickly from lying or sitting position. Limit your alcohol intake as it also lowers blood pressure. Make sure that you do not become dehydrated from sweating too much, diarrhea or vomiting. Do not use salt substitutes or supplements containing potassium. Inform your doctor at once if you become pregnant during your Generic Lotensin treatment.
Possible Side EffectsMild side effects of Generic Lotensin may include nausea, vomiting, constipation, mild itching or ski rash, flushing, insomnia, anxiety, dizziness, tiredness, drowsiness, headache, cough. More serious side effects need to be reported at once and they include severe skin reactions, high potassium, jaundice, easy bleeding or bruising, pale skin, fever, confusion, dark colored urine, rapid weight gain, little urinating or no urinating, lightheadedness, fainting sensation.
Treating hypertensionMost people that buy Generic Lotensin online do this because their doctor has told them that they should use benazepril which is a very effective hypertension medication. This drug is extremely efficient and it is usually very well tolerated. It can also be used in treatment of renal failure and congestive heart failure.
When the drug should not be usedGeneric Lotensin should not be used if you are allergic to benazepril or other ACE inhibitors like captopril, enalapril, perindopril, ramipril, etc. Inform your doctor of any other drugs that you are using or conditions you might be suffering from before they give you Generic Lotensin.
How long should you take the drugYou should take Generic Lotensin for as long as you are prescribed. Do not discontinue the regimen suddenly or without talking to your doctor.