Drug name

Accupril (Quinapril)

Drug Uses

Accupril is used for lowering high blood pressure and managing heart failure.

How Taken

Use Accupril as directed by your doctor.

• Take Accupril by mouth on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating, or with a light meal. High-fat meals, however, may decrease the absorption of the medicine into your bloodstream.
• If you are taking a tetracyclines (eg, doxycycline) or fluoroquinolones (e.g., ciprofloxacin), take it at least 3 hours apart from Accupril . This product contains magnesium, which can interfere with absorption of these antibiotics.

Missed Dose

If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.

Storage

Store Accupril at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C), in a tightly closed container. Protect from moisture, heat, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Accupril out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Possible Side Effects

Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:

• chest pain; coughing; diarrhea; difficulty breathing; dizziness; headache; lightheadedness; nausea; persistent, dry cough; tiredness; vomiting.

• severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; difficulty swallowing or breathing; fainting; hoarseness; infection (sore throat, fever); irregular or slow heartbeat; shortness of breath; unusual stomach pain; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

More Information

Accupril is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

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