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Is it safe to stop taking benazepril until we see the doctor in 2 weeks because of a choking cough?
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Yes: Yes,it is safe to stop the medicine for 2 weeks but notify your doctor just in case he may want you to take another medicine
Answered 3/29/2020
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Yes: In fact, coughing is a known potential side effect of Benazepril. Hold off on the Benazepril until you see your doc and he/she may give you an alternate medicine that won't cause you to continue coughing.
Answered 12/2/2014
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