Benazepril is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. ACE inhibitors decrease fluid retention by dilating veins. Benazepril is used to treat heart failure, high blood pressure, and some forms of kidney disease in dogs and cats. Benazepril may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this guide. Benazepril is a prescription medication not FDA approved for veterinary use; however, it is a commonly accepted practice for veterinarians to use this medication in dogs and cats. Benazepril is available as 5 mg and 10 mg tablets. The usual dose to treat dogs is 0.1 to 0.2 mg/lb 1 to 2 times a day. The usual dose to treat cats is 0.1 to 0.45 mg/lb once a day.
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Description
Benazepril treats, and sometimes even prevents, heart failure, high blood pressure, and kidney failure. It belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, or ACE-inhibitors. ACE-inhibitors are classified as vasodilators because of their relaxing effect on blood vessels. They reduce concentrations of harmful chemicals and hormones that injure the heart muscle in animals with heart failure.
Key Benefits
- Dilates the veins and decreases fluid retention
- Treats heart failure, high blood pressure, and some forms of kidney disease in dogs and cats
How It Works
Benazepril is an ACE inhibitor used to dilate blood vessels in the treatment of high blood pressure, congestive heart failure and some types of kidney disease in dogs and cats.
Indications
Benazepril HCl tablets are an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor indicated for the treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure. Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions.
Directions
Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Benazepril can be given with or without food. Do not abruptly stop giving benazepril. Store benazepril at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep this medication away from children and pets.
- Dogs: Heart failure - 0.25-0.5 mg/kg orally every 24 hours
- Cats: Chronic renal insufficiency - 0.5-1.0 mg/kg orally every 24 hours
- Small Mammals: Rabbits - 0.5-0.5 mg/kg orally every 24 hours
Cautions:
Do not stop giving this medication without your veterinarian's approval. A missed dose can result in a sudden rise in blood pressure.
Precautions:
Not for use in animals allergic to this drug or other ACE inhibitors. Use with caution in animals with very low blood sodium levels. Not for use in animals with lupus or blood abnormalities. Not for use in pregnant animals. May be used in lactating animals . Animals with liver disease may not be able to properly convert the medication to its active form.
Possible Side Effects
Signs of a potential allergic reaction to this medication may include facial swelling, hives, scratching, sudden onset of diarrhea, vomiting, shock, seizures, pale gums, cold limbs, or coma. If you observe any of these signs, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Storage:
Store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature, away from excess moisture or heat.
FAQ
Tell your veterinarian if your pet has liver disease, lupus, or blood abnormalities. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or nursing.
Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Benazepril can be given with or without food. Do not abruptly stop giving Benazepril. Store Benazepril at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep this medication away from children and pets.
For dogs and cats, if any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving Benazepril and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; swelling of the lips; tongue or face; hives). Side effects are rare but may include loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. Benazepril could cause low blood pressure or kidney dysfunction indicated by increased thirst and/or changes in urination. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.
Give the missed dose as soon as you remember during the same day. However, if you don't remember until the next day, skip the dose you missed and give only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
Seek emergency veterinary medical treatment. Symptoms of Benazepril overdose include weakness or collapse.
Benazepril should not be used in pets allergic to it or other ACE inhibitors. Use Benazepril with caution in pets with liver disease. Do not use in pregnant females. Benazepril may be used in nursing pets. Use with caution in pets with very low blood sodium levels.
Tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given azathioprine, COX 2 inhibitors (Deramaxx or Previcox), cyclosporine (Atopica), diuretics (furosemide, Salix), beta blockers (atenolol), and other blood pressure medications, insulin, NSAIDS (Rimadyl or Novox), Potassium salts, aspirin (Vetrin), and sulfonamides (SMZ/TMP). Drugs other than those listed may also interact with Benazepril. Talk to your veterinarian or pharmacist before giving any prescription or over the counter medicines including vitamins, and supplements.
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100% Recommend this product (7 of 7 responses)
By Lillian W.
Arleta, California
Benazepril HCL
January 5, 2023
Good price-excellent customer service
By LS
CA
Great Price
September 29, 2020
Giving this medication along with 2 others to keep our Furry friend alive! (congestive heart failure)
By Debbie k.
Arlington Texas
Amazing company!
June 9, 2020
I love this place! I can get a Years worth of my dogs heart medication for less then 1 month from the vet! It’s helped keep my dog alive for 10 years and she wasn’t supposed to live more then 1 to 3 years but with this site I can always have her medication on time and very good quality! Their customer service is also very good, love this place and their prices and great customer service!
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By Mary
Minnesota
Great Service!
October 19, 2018
Everything was simple and price was great! My only concern is that the size of the pills is so small that it is virtually impossible to split for our dog as she needs only 1/2 a pill at a time. I’ll order again if I can get same dose in a larger size pill to split.
By Joan T.
Springfield, PA
Great prices
September 26, 2018
Great customer service great prices
By Melanie
Naples, FL
Great Company & Prices
February 24, 2018
Great people, love the prices!!
Cons
- You need to be able to ship directly to Florida!!
By Judith
San Antonio, TX
Simple and cheaper
January 24, 2018
My cat takes this medication every morning and getting a 6-month supply is very convenient. Also, it is significantly cheaper . . . Close to 1/4 the price compared to getting it from the veterinarian.
Pros
- Larger quantity
- Cheaper
