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Pronunciation:

(ben AY ze pril & hye droe klor oh THYE a zide)

U.S. Brand Names:

Lotensin® HCT

Synonyms:

Hydrochlorothiazide and Benazepril

Generic Available:

Yes

Use:

Treatment of hypertension

Pregnancy Risk Factor:

C/D (2nd and 3rd trimesters)

Pregnancy Implications:

See individual agents.

Lactation:

Enters breast milk/compatible

Adverse Reactions:

See individual agents.

Drug Interactions:

See individual agents.

Pharmacodynamics/Kinetics:

See individual agents.

Dosage:

Dose is individualized

Patient Education:

See individual agents. Pregnancy precaution: Do not get pregnant while taking this medication; use appropriate contraceptive measures.

Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment:

No significant effects or complications reported

Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions:

No information available to require special precautions

Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status:

May cause drowsiness

Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment:

May decrease lithium clearance resulting in an increase in serum lithium levels and potential lithium toxicity; monitor serum lithium levels

Dosage Forms:

Tablet:

5/6.25: Benazepril 5 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 6.25 mg

10/12.5: Benazepril 10 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg

20/12.5: Benazepril 20 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg

20/25: Benazepril 20 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg

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