Benazepril (Lotensin) Tips from Pharmacists

• Your doctor will likely start you on a low dose of benazepril and adjust the dose based on your response. Follow your doctor’s dosing instructions carefully and take the medicine as prescribed.

• This medicine will control your blood pressure but will not cure your condition. Continue taking it even if you feel well. Do not discontinue treatment without consulting your doctor.

• Get up slowly from a sitting or lying position to prevent falls due to dizziness. This side effect is more likely to occur when you first start benazepril or after dose adjustments. Tell your doctor if the dizziness is severe or does not go away after your body has had a chance to adjust to the medicine. Your doctor may lower your dose or switch you to another antihypertensive drug.