Review the side-effects of Captopril as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Heart - Fast heart rate, chest pain, heart attack, congestive heart failure, stroke, low blood pressure and fainting.
Body as a whole - Allergic reactions.
General - Weakness and breast enlargement in males, taste disturbances.
Skin - Rash, itching, redness, skin disorders and scaling.
Gastrointestinal - Inflammation of pancreas/tongue and difficulty in swallowing.
Blood - Anemia.
Liver - Jaundice and liver inflammation.
Metabolic - Electrolyte disturbances.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain and weakness.
Central Nervous System - In coordination, confusion, depression, nervousness and drowsiness.
Respiratory - Asthma, nose inflammation and lung disorder.
Eye - Blurred vision.
Genitourinary - Impotence.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Heart - Fast heart rate, chest pain, heart attack, congestive heart failure, stroke, low blood pressure and fainting.
Body as a whole - Allergic reactions.
General - Weakness and breast enlargement in males, taste disturbances.
Skin - Rash, itching, redness, skin disorders and scaling.
Gastrointestinal - Inflammation of pancreas/tongue and difficulty in swallowing.
Blood - Anemia.
Liver - Jaundice and liver inflammation.
Metabolic - Electrolyte disturbances.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain and weakness.
Central Nervous System - In coordination, confusion, depression, nervousness and drowsiness.
Respiratory - Asthma, nose inflammation and lung disorder.
Eye - Blurred vision.
Genitourinary - Impotence.
Other Precautions :
It may not work as well in black patients.Drug Name : Captopril
Captopril(Capoten) generic is an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (ACE inhibitor), prescribed for high blood pressure (hypertension), congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction and kidney problems caused by diabetes. It decreases certain chemicals actions that tighten the blood vessels.Trade Names for Captopril
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