Amlodipine-benazepril refers to combination medication belonging to the drug category of calcium channel blockers and angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. Amlodipine specifically treats hypertension (high blood pressure) by relaxing your blood vessels so that blood may easily flow throughout your body, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Benazepril treats hypertension by preventing certain chemicals from tightening your blood vessels. Amlodipine-benazepril is available in tablet form and is usually taken once a day. If you take amlodipine-benazepril, you should know about its side effects.
Common Side Effects
According to Drugs.com, common side effects of amlodipine-benazepril include headache, dry cough, swelling of the feet or hands and dizziness when sitting or standing. You should tell your doctor if these symptoms persist.
Systemic Side Effects
With amlodipine-benazepril, you may experience asthenia (weakness), fatigue, trouble sleeping, stomach pain, back pain or sore throat, according to RxList.com. Decreased libido (low sex drive), hypokalemia (low potassium levels), muscle pain and tremor are other systemic side effects.
Serious Side Effects
According to the NIH, serious side effects of amlodipine-benazepril include jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), severe chest pain and fainting. Users may also get an allergic reaction to amlodipine-benazepril. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include trouble breathing, skin rashes and swelling of your face, tongue and lips. You should seek immediate help if you experience these symptoms.
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