Capoten

If you notice a yellow coloring to your skin or the whites of your eyes, stop taking the drug and notify your doctor immediately. You could be developing a liver problem.

Capoten may cause you to become drowsy or less alert, especially if you are also taking a diuretic at the same time. If it has this effect on you, driving or participating in any potentially hazardous activity is not recommended.

Dehydration may cause a drop in blood pressure. If you experience symptoms such as excessive perspiration, vomiting, and/or diarrhea, notify your doctor immediately.

If you develop a sore throat or fever you should contact your doctor immediately. It could indicate a more serious illness.

If you develop a persistent, dry cough, tell your doctor. It may be due to the medication and, if so, will disappear if you stop taking Capoten.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Capoten

If Capoten is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Capoten with the following:

• Allopurinol
• Aspirin
• Blood pressure drugs known as beta blockers, such as atenolol and propranolol hydrochloride
• Cyclosporine
• Digoxin
• Diuretics such as hydrochlorothiazide
• Lithium
• Nitroglycerin and similar heart medicines
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as indomethacin and piroxicam
• Potassium preparations such as potassium chloride
• Potassium-sparing diuretics such as spironolactone and amiloride

Do not use potassium-containing salt substitutes while taking Capoten.

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

ACE inhibitors such as Capoten have been shown to cause injury and even death to the developing baby when used in pregnancy during the second and third trimesters. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. Capoten appears in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. If this medication is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding until your treatment is finished.