Question 1

any bad side effects on quinapril?

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Yes.: All meds have potential side effects. About 10% of patients get dry low level cough, some will get a dose related increase in serum potassium and creatinine levels. Less commonly some will get angioedema ( painless swelling usually in the face).  The real concern is precipitating renal failure if you become dehydrated - i.e. Taking nonsteroidal anti inflammatory medications, acei and diuretics.

Question 2

what happens if i snort 10 mg accupril (quinapril)?

Accepted Answer

Accupril (quinapril): I doubt there is any experimental data to use to give you an accurate answer. Sane people usually do not blindly snort substances they don't know about.  Scientists usually don't test snorting substances like accupril (quinapril) if we aren't planning on administering it by that route.

Question 3

can you take valium while on accupril (quinapril)?

Accepted Answer

WHY: why you need Valium to begin with . it will be ok to take it .This also could be habit forming consult with a physician to see if you really need the valium

Question 4

why did doctor prescribe quinapril for diabetes?

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Depend: Probably for protection of the kidneys. Low dose would be a gold standard order. It could double for blpod pressure reduction if that were a problem but is used enen if blood pressure is normal.

Question 5

why did my dad's doctor prescribe quinapril for diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Quinapril: Quinapril is used to treat high blood pressure which is common in diabetes.

It is usually a safe drug and lowering your dad's blood pressure is critical.

Question 6

can anyone tell me what happens if i stop taking quinapril?

Accepted Answer

BP will go up: Your BP will return to its pre quinapril baseline.

Question 7

is it ok to take quinapril with alkaline water?

Accepted Answer

Water: It's always good to take medications with plain water.

Question 8

i have recently started taking quinapril for hypertension, what should i know?

Accepted Answer

Several things: Should know your goal bp.  
All "prils" may cause a persistent low level cough, may increase your creatinine and potassium level a bit, may cause angioedema ( painless swelling) usually of the facial area.  Taking "prils, " diuretics and non steroidal anti inflammatory meds at the same time is risky and i wouldn't do that.

Question 9

is taking accupril (quinapril) 10mg, norvasc 5mg, and zocar 20mg too much?

Accepted Answer

No: The proper dose is enough. Enough to control your blood pressure and to lower your cholesterol. 
And you are on fairly low doses of the medications.

Question 10

do people experience side effects of accupril (quinapril) when taken over a long period?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: A side effect can happen at any time while taking a medication, but for something like accupril, (quinapril) the most common side effect of coughing should happen relatively early, within the first few months of being on the medication. Certain items like a rash, or swelling may occur after years on any medication.

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