DRUG INDEX
GENERIC NAME: amlodipine & benazepril BRAND NAME: Lotrel
DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Lotrel is a combination product, containing benazepril (Lotensin) and amlodipine (Norvasc). For more information on these two drugs, please see the individual generic drug sites in the pharmacy section.
PRESCRIPTION: yes
GENERIC AVAILABLE: no
PREPARATIONS: Capsules: 2.5mg amlodipine/10mg benazepril, 5mg amlodipine/10mg benazepril, 5mg amlodipine/20mg benazepril
STORAGE: Norvasc should be stored below 86°F (30°C) in a tight, light resistant container.
PRESCRIBED FOR: Lotrel is used for treating high blood pressure.
DOSING: The dose of Lotrel is tailored to the patient's needs.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: This is a combination drug. Please refer to both the benazepril (Lotensin) and amlodipine (Norvasc) articles.
PREGNANCY: This is a combination drug. Please refer to both benazepril (Lotensin) and amlodipine (Norvasc) articles.
NURSING MOTHERS: This is a combination drug. Please refer to both benazepril (Lotensin) and amlodipine (Norvasc) articles.
SIDE EFFECTS: This is a combination drug. Please refer to both benazepril (Lotensin) and amlodipine (Norvasc) articles.
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