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What is Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan 12, 2021  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz overview

Generic Names:

  • Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz

Uses:

  • Treats high blood pressure.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • ACE Inhibitor/Thiazide Combination, Antihypertensive, Cardiovascular Agent

Forms:

  • Tablet

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What form(s) does Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz come in

  • Tablet

What are common Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz doses?

  • Tablet 20-12.5MG

  • Tablet 10-12.5MG

Common Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz prescriptions

  • Fosinopril Sodium-HCTZ
    10-12.5mg tablet

  • Fosinopril Sodium-HCTZ
    20-12.5mg tablet

How to take Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz

  • Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

  • Drink extra fluids so you will urinate more often and help prevent kidney problems.

  • Drink extra fluids so you will urinate more often and help prevent kidney problems.

  • Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

What to do if you miss a dose of Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz

  • You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.

  • Oral routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz contraindications

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to fosinopril, hydrochlorothiazide, other ACE inhibitors like captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, Accupril®, Altace®, Lotensin®, Lotrel®, Monopril®, Prinivil®, Zestoretic®, or Zestril®, , or to sulfa drugs. You should not use this medicine if you are pregnant, if you have asthma, or if you are not able to urinate.

Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz warnings

  • It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are breast feeding.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you have lupus, asthma, heart disease, liver disease, or kidney disease. Tell your doctor if you are on dialysis.

  • This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are being treated for bee or wasp stings, or if you will soon be having any surgery.

  • This medicine may make you dizzy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.

  • Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

  • This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

  • Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.

Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz interactions

  • There are many other drugs that interact with this medicine. Make sure your doctor knows all other medicines you are using.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are using pain or arthritis medicine, medicines to lower blood cholesterol or triglycerides. Tell your doctor if you are taking other diuretics ("water pills"), diabetes medicines, antacid medicines, lithium, steroids, insulin, or medicines for diabetes.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you have lupus, asthma, heart disease, liver disease, or kidney disease. Tell your doctor if you are on dialysis.

  • This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are being treated for bee or wasp stings, or if you will soon be having any surgery.

  • This medicine may make you dizzy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.

  • Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

  • This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

Fosinopril Sodium-Hctz side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.

  • Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, or body ache.

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Changes in how much or how often you urinate.

  • Chest pain, fast or slow heartbeat.

  • Confusion, weakness, uneven heartbeat, shortness of breath, or numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips.

  • Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps, nausea or vomiting.

  • Light-headedness, fainting.

  • Loss of movement of one side or any part of the body.

  • Severe stomach pain.

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Blurred vision or ringing in your ears.

  • Runny or stuffy nose.

  • Loss of interest in sex.

  • Dizziness, tired feeling.

  • Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest.

  • Headache.

  • Mild skin rash or itching.

  • Muscle or joint pain, weight gain.

  • Increased sweating.

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