Benazepril Hydrochloride Tablets are prescribed for cats and dogs to treat various conditions, including heart failure, kidney disease, and high blood pressure.. Benazepril hydrochloride works to lower blood pressure, reduce fluid retention and dilate veins. A prescription is required for a benazepril hydrochloride tablet.How it Works

Benazepril prevents a blood chemical called angiotensin I from converting to a more potent type, increasing water and salt retention within the body.

Special Precautions

• Do not administer to pets who are allergic to this or any other ACE inhibitor.
• Use with caution in pets with blood cell abnormalities, lupus, cardiovascular disease, low blood pressure, or low sodium.
• Use with extreme caution in pets who are critically ill or have acute kidney injury.
• Do not administer to pregnant animals unless the benefits far outweigh the risks.
• Use with caution in lactating pets.

Overdose Information

Contact your closest animal hospital.

Side Effects

If you observe any of the following serious allergic reactions, discontinue use and seek emergency veterinary attention:

• Hives
• Swollen tongue
• Swollen face
• Swollen lips
• Difficulty breathing

Other side effects are rare, but may include:

• Changes in urination (sign of kidney dysfunction)
• Increased thirst (sign of kidney dysfunction)
• Low blood pressure
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite

Notify your veterinarian if your pet exhibits symptoms of these or any other side effect.

Storage

Store in a dry and cool environment.

Tips

• Your veterinarian should monitor your pet's urinalysis, kidney values, and blood electrolyte levels within two weeks of beginning treatment with this medication. If this medication is being used to manage high blood pressure, your veterinarian will routinely monitor your pet's blood pressure to ensure that the medication is working.
• Monitor your pet at home for serious adverse reactions.
• If you miss a dose, administer it as soon as you remember, then wait the recommended amount of time before the next dose. Never give extra doses or administer two doses at once.