Amlodipine and benazepril interactions

Amlodipine and benazepril (Lotrel), a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker has 329 documented interactions across the FDA labels and fact sheets we index: 41 major, 253 moderate, 34 minor, and 1 where a label reports no significant interaction. Each entry below quotes the sentence behind it. This drug page is a starting point, not a verdict for your situation.

Interactions from the label

Major interactions (41)

  • AliskirenantihypertensiveMajor

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Amlodipine and olmesartandihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Amlodipine and valsartandihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMajor

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Azilsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • BenazeprilACE inhibitorMajor

    CONTRAINDICATIONS Lotensin is contraindicated in patients: who are hypersensitive to benazepril or to any other ACE inhibitor with a history of angioedema with or without previous ACE inhibitor treatment Lotensin is contraindicated in combination with a neprilysin inhibitor (e.g., sacubitril). (Benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Lotensin HCT is also contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to benazepril, to any other ACE inhibitor, to hydrochlorothiazide, or to other sulfonamide-derived drugs. (Benazepril and hydrochlorothiazide label, Contraindications)

  • Betaxololbeta blockerMajor

    Literature reports suggest that oral calcium antagonists may be used in combination with beta-adrenergic blocking agents when heart function is normal, but should be avoided in patients with impaired cardiac function. (Betaxolol label, Drug interactions)

  • • Calcium Channel Blockers: Avoid concomitant use with Calcium Chloride Injection. (Calcium chloride label, Drug interactions)

  • Candesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Candesartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • CaptoprilACE inhibitorMajor

    CONTRAINDICATIONS Captopril tablets are contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to this product or any other angiotensin- converting enzyme inhibitor (e.g., a patient who has experienced angioedema during therapy with any other ACE inhibitor). (Captopril label, Contraindications)

  • Clarithromycinmacrolide antibioticMajor

    …with colchicine; markedly increased transaminases with lomitapide; rhabdomyolysis with simvastatin, lovastatin, and atorvastatin; hypoglycemia and cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., torsades de pointes) with disopyramide; and hypotension and acute kidney injury with calcium channel blockers metabolized by CYP3A4 (e.g., verapamil, amlodipine, diltiazem, nifedipine). (Clarithromycin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ClozapineantipsychoticMajor

    Use CLOZARIL cautiously in patients with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease or conditions predisposing to hypotension (e.g., dehydration, use of antihypertensive medications) [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 , 2.6 ), Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )]. (Clozapine label, Boxed warning)

  • Dantrolenemuscle relaxantMajor

    The concomitant use of RYANODEX and calcium channel blockers is not recommended during the treatment of malignant hyperthermia. (Dantrolene label, Drug interactions)

  • Eptifibatideantiplatelet agentMajor

    …of active abnormal bleeding within the previous 30 days Severe hypertension (systolic blood pressure >200 mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure >110 mm Hg) not adequately controlled on antihypertensive therapy Major surgery within the preceding 6 weeks History of stroke within 30 days or any history of hemorrhagic stroke Current or planned administration of another… (Eptifibatide label, Contraindications)

  • Esmololbeta blockerMajor

    IV administration of cardiodepressant calcium-channel antagonists (e.g., verapamil) and BREVIBLOC in close proximity (i.e., while cardiac effects from the other are still present); fatal cardiac arrests have occurred in patients receiving BREVIBLOC and intravenous verapamil. (Esmolol label, Contraindications)

  • EverolimusimmunosuppressantMajor

    Avoid the concomitant use of ACE inhibitors with AFINITOR/AFINITOR DISPERZ [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)] . (Everolimus label, Drug interactions)

  • Ferric citratephosphate binderMajor

    Table 2: Oral drugs that can be administered concomitantly with Ferric Citrate Tablets Amlodipine Aspirin Atorvastatin Calcitriol Clopidogrel Digoxin Diltiazem Doxercalciferol Enalapril Fluvastatin Glimepiride Levofloxacin Losartan Metoprolol Pravastatin Propranolol Sitagliptin Warfarin Oral drugs that have to be separated from Ferric Citrate Tablets and meals… (Ferric citrate label, Drug interactions)

  • FosinoprilACE inhibitorMajor

    CONTRAINDICATIONS Fosinopril sodium tablets are contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to this product or to any other angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (e.g., a patient who has experienced angioedema with any other ACE inhibitor therapy). (Fosinopril label, Contraindications)

  • Fosinopril sodium and hydrochlorothiazide is also contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to fosinopril, to any other ACE inhibitor, to hydrochlorothiazide, or other sulfonamide-derived drugs, or any other ingredient or component in the formulation. (Fosinopril and hydrochlorothiazide label, Contraindications)

  • Irbesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Itraconazoleazole antifungalMajor

    Calcium Channel Blockers Felodipine Nisoldipine Contraindicated during and 2 weeks after TOLSURA treatment. (Itraconazole label, Drug interactions)

  • Labetalolbeta blockerMajor

    IV administration of non-dihydropyridine calcium-channel antagonists (e.g., verapamil) Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, to labetalol Bronchial asthma ( 4 ) (Labetalol label, Contraindications)

  • Losartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Losartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Metolazonethiazide diureticMajor

    Other Antihypertensive Drugs When metolazone tablets, USP, are used with other antihypertensive drugs, particular care must be taken to avoid excessive reduction of blood pressure, especially during initial therapy. (Metolazone label, Warnings)

  • MinoxidilvasodilatorMajor

    Minoxidil should be reserved for hypertensive patients who do not respond adequately to maximum therapeutic doses of a diuretic and two other antihypertensive agents. (Minoxidil label, Boxed warning)

  • Olmesartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Olmesartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Olmesartan, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • PerindoprilACE inhibitorMajor

    Perindopril erbumine tablets are contraindicated in patients known to be hypersensitive (including angioedema) to this product or to any other ACE inhibitor. (Perindopril label, Contraindications)

  • PotassiumVitamin and mineralMajor

    These medicines reduce potassium excretion; adding potassium supplements or salt substitutes can cause hyperkalemia, which affects heart rhythm. (NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Potassium)

  • RamiprilACE inhibitorMajor

    Ramipril capsules is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to this product or any other ACE inhibitor (e.g., a patient who has experienced angioedema during therapy with any other ACE inhibitor). (Ramipril label, Contraindications)

  • Sacubitril and valsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • TadalafilPDE5 inhibitorMajor

    …coadministration of an alpha-blocker and CIALIS for the treatment of BPH has not been adequately studied, and due to the potential vasodilatory effects of combined use resulting in blood pressure lowering, the combination of CIALIS and alpha-blockers is not recommended for the treatment of BPH. [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.7 ), Drug Interactions ( 7.1 ),… (Tadalafil label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Telmisartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Telmisartan and amlodipineangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not coadminister aliskiren with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, including amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules in patients with diabetes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Valsartanangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not administer amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules within 36 hours of switching to or from a neprilysin inhibitor, e.g., sacubitril/valsartan [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

  • Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazideangiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)Major

    Do not administer amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride capsules within 36 hours of switching to or from a neprilysin inhibitor, e.g., sacubitril/valsartan [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Contraindications)

Moderate interactions (253)

  • AcarboseantidiabeticModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Acetazolamidecarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Alfuzosinalpha blockerModerate

    Postural hypotension/syncope: Care should be taken in patients with symptomatic hypotension or who have had a hypotensive response to other medications or are concomitantly treated with antihypertensive medication or nitrates ( 5.1 ) (Alfuzosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AlogliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Alogliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • AlteplaseModerate

    In the post-marketing setting, there have been reports of angioedema in patients (primarily patients with AIS) receiving concomitant angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ]. (Alteplase label, Drug interactions)

  • Amiloridepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AmiodaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Amlodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Impact of Other Drugs on Amlodipine CYP3A Inhibitors Co-administration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine label, Drug interactions)

  • Amlodipine and atorvastatindihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    • Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis: Risk factors include age 65 years or greater, uncontrolled hypothyroidism, renal impairment, concomitant use with certain other drugs, and higher amlodipine and atorvastatin dosage. (Amlodipine and atorvastatin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • AripiprazoleantipsychoticModerate

    Antihypertensive Drugs Due to its alpha-adrenergic antagonism, aripiprazole has the potential to enhance the effect of certain antihypertensive agents. (Aripiprazole label, Drug interactions)

  • ArmodafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • AsenapineantipsychoticModerate

    Orthostatic vital signs should be monitored in patients who are vulnerable to hypotension (elderly patients, patients with dehydration, hypovolemia, concomitant treatment with antihypertensive medications, patients with known cardiovascular disease (history of myocardial infarction or ischemic heart disease, heart failure, or conduction abnormalities), and patients… (Asenapine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AspirinNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Aspirin and dipyridamoleantiplatelet agentModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AtazanavirantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Atenololbeta blockerModerate

    (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION . ) Concomitant Use of Calcium Channel Blockers Bradycardia and heart block can occur and the left ventricular end diastolic pressure can rise when beta-blockers are administered with verapamil or diltiazem. (Atenolol label, Warnings)

  • Atenolol and chlorthalidonebeta blockerModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Atomoxetinenorepinephrine reuptake inhibitorModerate

    Antihypertensive Drugs Prevention or Management Increase the frequency of monitoring blood pressure and adjust atomoxetine oral solution dosage as clinically appropriate. (Atomoxetine label, Drug interactions)

  • AvanafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 Substrate When administered with avanafil 200 mg, amlodipine (5 mg daily) increased the C max and AUC of avanafil by approximately 22% and 70%, respectively. (Avanafil label, Drug interactions)

  • BenzphetamineCNS stimulantModerate

    Amphetamines may decrease the hypotensive effect of antihypertensives. (Benzphetamine label, Drug interactions)

  • BexagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Bisoprololbeta blockerModerate

    Because of its relative beta 1 -selectivity, however, BISOPROLOL FUMARATE may be used with caution in patients with bronchospastic disease who do not respond to, or who cannot tolerate other antihypertensive treatment. (Bisoprolol label, Warnings)

  • Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BortezomibModerate

    Hypotension: Use caution when treating patients taking antihypertensives, with a history of syncope, or with dehydration. (Bortezomib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • BosentanCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • BrexpiprazoleantipsychoticModerate

    Orthostatic vital signs should be monitored in patients who are vulnerable to hypotension (e.g., elderly patients, patients with dehydration, hypovolemia, concomitant treatment with antihypertensive medication), patients with known cardiovascular disease (history of myocardial infarction, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, or conduction abnormalities), and… (Brexpiprazole label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Brimonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Antihypertensives/Cardiac Glycosides Because brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic solution 0.1% and 0.15% may reduce blood pressure, caution in using drugs such as antihypertensives and/or cardiac glycosides with brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic solution 0.1% and 0.15% is advised. (Brimonidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Brimonidine and timololalpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Oral or intravenous calcium antagonists may cause atrioventricular conduction disturbances, left ventricular failure, and hypotension. (Brimonidine and timolol label, Drug interactions)

  • Bromocriptinedopamine agonistModerate

    Use caution in patients taking antihypertensive medications. (Bromocriptine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Central Nervous System (CNS) depressants Antihistamines have additive effects with alcohol and other CNS depressants (hypnotics, sedatives, tranquilizers, antianxiety agents, etc.). Antihypertensive drugs Sympathomimetic may reduce the effects of antihypertensive drugs. (Brompheniramine, pseudoephedrine, and dextromethorphan label, Drug interactions)

  • Bumetanideloop diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Calcium Channel Blockers : Administration of calcium may reduce the response. (Calcium gluconate label, Drug interactions)

  • CanagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • CarbamazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • CarbidopaModerate

    Symptomatic postural hypotension has occurred when carbidopa, given with levodopa or carbidopa-levodopa combination products, was added to the treatment of a patient receiving antihypertensive drugs. (Carbidopa label, Drug interactions)

  • Carbidopa and levodopadopaminergic drugModerate

    Antihypertensive drugs: May cause symptomatic postural hypotension. (Carbidopa and levodopa label, Drug interactions)

  • Carbidopa, levodopa, and entacaponedopaminergic drugModerate

    Antihypertensive Agents Symptomatic postural hypotension has occurred when carbidopa/levodopa was added to the treatment of patients receiving antihypertensive drugs. (Carbidopa, levodopa, and entacapone label, Drug interactions)

  • CariprazineantipsychoticModerate

    Orthostatic vital signs should be monitored in patients who are vulnerable to hypotension (e.g., elderly patients, patients with dehydration, hypovolemia, and concomitant treatment with antihypertensive medications), patients with known cardiovascular disease (history of myocardial infarction, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, or conduction abnormalities), and… (Cariprazine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Carvedilolbeta blockerModerate

    COREG may be used with caution, however, in patients who do not respond to, or cannot tolerate, other antihypertensive agents. (Carvedilol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CelecoxibNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CenobamateanticonvulsantModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Chlorothiazidethiazide diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Chlorthalidonethiazide diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • CimetidineH2 blockerModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • ClobazambenzodiazepineModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Clonidinealpha-adrenergic agonistModerate

    Drugs that affect sinus node function or AV node conduction (e.g., digitalis, calcium channel blockers, beta blockers) Clinical Implication Concomitant use of drugs that affect sinus node function or AV node conduction with clonidine potentiate bradycardia and risk of AV block [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. (Clonidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Cyclobenzaprinemuscle relaxantModerate

    …concomitant use of TONMYA with: MAO inhibitors may be life-threatening [see Contraindications (4) ] , Alcohol, barbiturates, and other CNS depressants may increase the risk of adverse reactions associated with these drugs, Tramadol may increase the seizure risk, Guanethidine or other similar acting drugs may block the antihypertensive action of these drugs. (Cyclobenzaprine label, Drug interactions)

  • CyclophosphamideimmunosuppressantModerate

    Table 2: Drugs that Potentiate Cyclophosphamide Toxicities Toxicity Drugs Increased hematotoxicity and/or immunosuppression ● ACE inhibitors: ACE inhibitors can cause leukopenia. ● Natalizumab ● Paclitaxel: Increased hematotoxicity has been reported when cyclophosphamide was administered after paclitaxel infusion. ● Thiazide diuretics ● Zidovudine Increased cardiotoxicity… (Cyclophosphamide label, Drug interactions)

  • CyclosporineimmunosuppressantModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Dalfampridinepotassium supplementModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DapagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Dapagliflozin and metforminSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • DarunavirantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Darunavir and cobicistatantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Deferasiroxiron supplementModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • DexamethasonecorticosteroidModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • DexmethylphenidateCNS stimulantModerate

    • Antihypertensive Drugs: Monitor blood pressure. (Dexmethylphenidate label, Drug interactions)

  • DiclofenacNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DiethylpropionCNS stimulantModerate

    The pressor effects of diethylpropion and those of other drugs may be additive when the drugs are used concomitantly; conversely, diethylpropion may interfere with antihypertensive drugs (i.e., guanethidine, a-methyldopa). (Diethylpropion label, Drug interactions)

  • DiflunisalNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Digoxindigitalis glycosideModerate

    Beta-adrenergic Blockers and Calcium Channel Blockers Additive effects on AV node conduction can result in complete heart block. (Digoxin label, Drug interactions)

  • Diltiazemcalcium channel blockerModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • DofetilideantiarrhythmicModerate

    Concomitant medications were grouped as ACE inhibitors, oral anticoagulants, calcium channel blockers, beta blockers, cardiac glycosides, inducers of CYP3A4, substrates and inhibitors of CYP3A4, substrates and inhibitors of P-glycoprotein, nitrates, sulphonylureas, loop diuretics, potassium sparing diuretics, thiazide diuretics, substrates and inhibitors of tubular… (Dofetilide label, Drug interactions)

  • Dorzolamide and timololcarbonic anhydrase inhibitorModerate

    Oral or intravenous calcium antagonists may cause atrioventricular conduction disturbances, left ventricular failure, and hypotension. (Dorzolamide and timolol label, Drug interactions)

  • DronedaroneantiarrhythmicModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Droperidoldopamine antagonistModerate

    Possible pharmacodynamic interactions can occur between droperidol and potentially arrhythmogenic agents such as class I or III antiarrhythmics, antihistamines that prolong the QT interval, antimalarials, calcium channel blockers, neuroleptics that prolong the QT interval, and antidepressants. (Droperidol label, Drug interactions)

  • Drospirenone and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveModerate

    Medications that may increase serum potassium concentration include ACE inhibitors, angiotensin-II receptor antagonists, potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplementation, heparin, aldosterone antagonists, and NSAIDS. (Drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • DulaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • DuloxetineSNRIModerate

    The risk of BP decreases may be greater in patients taking concomitant medications that induce orthostatic hypotension (such as antihypertensives) or are potent CYP1A2 inhibitors [see Drug Interactions ( 7.1 )] and in patients taking duloxetine delayed-release capsules at doses above 60 mg daily. (Duloxetine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Dutasteride5-alpha reductase inhibitorModerate

    Calcium Channel Antagonists Coadministration of verapamil or diltiazem decreases dutasteride clearance and leads to increased exposure to dutasteride. (Dutasteride label, Drug interactions)

  • Dutasteride and tamsulosin5-alpha reductase inhibitorModerate

    Calcium Channel Antagonists Dutasteride Coadministration of verapamil or diltiazem decreases dutasteride clearance and leads to increased exposure to dutasteride. (Dutasteride and tamsulosin label, Drug interactions)

  • EfavirenzantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • EmpagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Empagliflozin and metforminSGLT2 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EpinephrinesympathomimeticModerate

    Epinephrine may antagonize the neuronal blockade produced by guanethidine resulting in decreased antihypertensive effect and requiring increased dosage of the latter. (Epinephrine label, Drug interactions)

  • Eplerenonealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Epoetin alfaModerate

    Following initiation and titration of Epogen, approximately 25% of patients on dialysis required initiation of or increases in antihypertensive therapy; hypertensive encephalopathy and seizures have been reported in patients with CKD receiving Epogen. (Epoetin alfa label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Epoprostenolprostaglandin analogModerate

    Additional reductions in blood pressure may occur when VELETRI is administered with diuretics, antihypertensive agents, or other vasodilators. (Epoprostenol label, Drug interactions)

  • Erythromycinmacrolide antibioticModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • EslicarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Ethacrynic acidloop diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EtodolacNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • EtravirineantiretroviralModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • ExenatideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Do not exceed doses greater than 20 mg daily of simvastatin (7.1) mTOR inhibitors: increased risk of angioedema ( 7.1 ) (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • FenoprofenNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Fluconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • FlurbiprofenNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • FosamprenavirantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • FosaprepitantCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • FosphenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Furosemideloop diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • GlimepiridesulfonylureaModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • GlipizidesulfonylureaModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Glipizide and metforminsulfonylureaModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • GlyburidesulfonylureaModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Glyburide and metforminsulfonylureaModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • GriseofulvinantifungalModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Hydrochlorothiazidethiazide diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IbuprofenNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IloperidoneantipsychoticModerate

    Orthostatic vital signs should be monitored in patients who are vulnerable to hypotension (e.g., elderly patients, patients with dehydration, hypovolemia, and concomitant treatment with antihypertensive medications), patients with known cardiovascular disease (history of myocardial infarction, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, or conduction abnormalities), and… (Iloperidone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ImatinibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Indapamidethiazide diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • IndomethacinNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Insulin aspartinsulinModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin degludecinsulinModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin detemirinsulinModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin glargineinsulinModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Insulin lisproinsulinModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Isofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    Calcium Antagonists FORANE may lead to marked hypotension in patients treated with calcium antagonists. (Isoflurane label, Drug interactions)

  • IsoniazidantibioticModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Isosorbide mononitratenitrateModerate

    Marked symptomatic orthostatic hypotension has been reported when calcium channel blockers and organic nitrates were used in combination. (Isosorbide mononitrate label, Drug interactions)

  • IvacaftorCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Ketoconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • KetoprofenNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • KetorolacNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LacosamideanticonvulsantModerate

    VIMPAT should also be used with caution in patients on concomitant medications that affect cardiac conduction, including sodium channel blockers, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, potassium channel blockers, and medications that prolong the PR interval [see Drug Interactions (7.2) ] . (Lacosamide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lanthanumphosphate binderModerate

    Examples of relevant classes of compounds where antacids have been demonstrated to reduce bioavailability include antibiotics (such as quinolones, ampicillin, and tetracyclines), thyroid hormones, ACE inhibitors, statin lipid regulators, and anti-malarials. (Lanthanum label, Drug interactions)

  • LenacapavirantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • LinagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Linagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • LiraglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Lithiumserotonergic drugModerate

    Lithium: Increased serum lithium levels; toxicity symptoms ( 7.1 ) (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • LomitapideModerate

    Weak CYP3A4 Inhibitors Weak CYP3A4 inhibitors (such as alprazolam, amiodarone, amlodipine, atorvastatin, bicalutamide, cilostazol, cimetidine, cyclosporine, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, ginkgo, goldenseal, isoniazid, lapatinib, nilotinib, pazopanib, ranitidine, ranolazine, ticagrelor, zileuton) can increase lomitapide exposure approximately 2-fold [see Clinical Pharmacology… (Lomitapide label, Drug interactions)

  • Lopinavir and ritonavirantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • LorlatinibCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • LumateperoneantipsychoticModerate

    Orthostatic vital signs should be monitored in patients who are vulnerable to hypotension (e.g., elderly patients, patients with dehydration, hypovolemia, and concomitant treatment with antihypertensive drugs), patients with known cardiovascular disease (history of myocardial infarction, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, or conduction abnormalities), and patients… (Lumateperone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • LurasidoneantipsychoticModerate

    Patients at increased risk of these adverse reactions or at increased risk of developing complications from hypotension include those with dehydration, hypovolemia, treatment with antihypertensive medication, history of cardiovascular disease (e.g., heart failure, myocardial infarction, ischemia, or conduction abnormalities), history of cerebrovascular disease,… (Lurasidone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MecamylamineantihypertensiveModerate

    The action of Mecamylamine HCl may be potentiated by anesthesia, other antihypertensive drugs and alcohol. (Mecamylamine label, Drug interactions)

  • Mefenamic acidNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MefloquineantimalarialModerate

    Other Drugs that Prolong the QTc Interval Coadministration of other drugs known to alter cardiac conduction (e.g., anti-arrhythmic or beta-adrenergic blocking agents, calcium channel blockers, antihistamines or H 1 -blocking agents, tricyclic antidepressants and phenothiazines) might also contribute to a prolongation of the QTc interval. (Mefloquine label, Drug interactions)

  • MeloxicamNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MetforminbiguanideModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • MethadoneopioidModerate

    Examples: Drugs known to have potential to prolong QT interval: Class I and III antiarrhythmics, some neuroleptics and tricyclic antidepressants, and calcium channel blockers. (Methadone label, Drug interactions)

  • MethylphenidateCNS stimulantModerate

    Antihypertensive Drugs: Monitor blood pressure. (Methylphenidate label, Drug interactions)

  • Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MifepristoneCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • MiglitolantidiabeticModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Mirabegronbeta-adrenergic agonistModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • MirtazapineantidepressantModerate

    REMERON/REMERONSolTab should be used with caution in patients with known cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease that could be exacerbated by hypotension (history of myocardial infarction, angina, or ischemic stroke) and conditions that would predispose patients to hypotension (dehydration, hypovolemia, and treatment with antihypertensive medication). (Mirtazapine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MitapivatCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • MitotaneCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • ModafinilCNS stimulantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • MoexiprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Hypotension Moexipril hydrochloride can cause symptomatic hypotension, although, as with other ACE inhibitors, this is unusual in uncomplicated hypertensive patients treated with moexipril hydrochloride alone. (Moexipril label, Warnings)

  • NabumetoneNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nafcillinpenicillin antibioticModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • NaproxenNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NateglinidemeglitinideModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nebivololbeta blockerModerate

    Non-dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blockers Because of significant negative inotropic and chronotropic effects in patients treated with β-blockers and calcium channel blockers of the verapamil and diltiazem type, monitor the ECG and blood pressure in patients treated concomitantly with these agents. (Nebivolol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • NefazodoneantidepressantModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • NevirapineantiretroviralModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • NiacinModerate

    Caution should also be used when niacin extended-release tablets are used in patients with unstable angina or in the acute phase of an MI, particularly when such patients are also receiving vasoactive drugs such as nitrates, calcium channel blockers, or adrenergic blocking agents. (Niacin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Nifedipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    ACE Inhibitors Benazepril: In healthy volunteers receiving single dose of 20 mg nifedipine ER and benazepril 10 mg, the plasma concentrations of benazeprilat and nifedipine in the presence and absence of each other were not statistically significantly different. (Nifedipine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nimodipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerModerate

    Blood Pressure Lowering Drugs Nimodipine may increase the blood pressure lowering effect of concomitantly administered anti-hypertensives such as diuretics, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, other calcium channel blockers, α-adrenergic blockers, PDE5 inhibitors, and α-methyldopa. (Nimodipine label, Drug interactions)

  • CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • NitroglycerinnitrateModerate

    Antihypertensives: Possible additive hypotensive effects. (Nitroglycerin label, Drug interactions)

  • OctreotideModerate

    Beta Blocker and Calcium Channel Blockers : dose adjustment of beta blockers or calcium channel blockers may be necessary (‎ 7 ). (Octreotide label, Drug interactions)

  • OlanzapineantipsychoticModerate

    …of myocardial infarction or ischemia, heart failure, or conduction abnormalities), cerebrovascular disease, and conditions which would predispose patients to hypotension (dehydration, hypovolemia, and treatment with antihypertensive medications) where the occurrence of syncope, or hypotension and/or bradycardia might put the patient at increased medical risk. (Olanzapine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Olanzapine and fluoxetineantipsychoticModerate

    …and fluoxetine capsules should be used with particular caution in patients with known cardiovascular disease (history of myocardial infarction or ischemia, heart failure, or conduction abnormalities), cerebrovascular disease, or conditions that would predispose patients to hypotension (dehydration, hypovolemia, and treatment with antihypertensive medications). (Olanzapine and fluoxetine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxaprozinNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • OxcarbazepineanticonvulsantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • PalbociclibCYP3A4 inhibitorModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • PaliperidoneantipsychoticModerate

    Use ERZOFRI with caution in patients with known cardiovascular disease (e.g., heart failure, history of myocardial infarction or ischemia, conduction abnormalities), cerebrovascular disease, or conditions that predispose the patient to hypotension (e.g., dehydration, hypovolemia, and treatment with antihypertensive medications). (Paliperidone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PasireotideModerate

    Adjustments in the dose of drugs known to slow the heart rate (e.g., beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers) and correction of electrolyte disturbances may be necessary when initiating or during the course of SIGNIFOR LAR treatment. (Pasireotide label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PazopanibModerate

    Monitor blood pressure as clinically indicated and initiate and adjust antihypertensive therapy as appropriate. (Pazopanib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PentoxifyllinemethylxanthineModerate

    Small decreases in blood pressure have been observed in some patients treated with pentoxifylline extended-release tablets; periodic systemic blood pressure monitoring is recommended for patients receiving concomitant antihypertensive therapy. (Pentoxifylline label, Drug interactions)

  • PerampanelanticonvulsantModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenelzineMAO inhibitorModerate

    …hydrochloride desipramine hydrochloride imipramine hydrochloride doxepin carbamazepine cyclobenzaprine HCl amoxapine maprotiline HCl trimipramine maleate protriptyline HCl mirtazapine Phenelzine sulfate should be used with caution in combination with antihypertensive drugs, including thiazide diuretics and β-blockers, since exaggerated hypotensive effects may result. (Phenelzine label, Warnings)

  • PhenobarbitalbarbiturateModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Phentermine and topiramateCNS stimulantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenylephrinedecongestantModerate

    Antagonistic Effects (decrease in BIORPHEN blood pressure effect) can occur with α-adrenergic antagonists, phosphodiesterase Type 5 inhibitors, mixed α- and β-receptor antagonists, calcium channel blockers, benzodiazepines and ACE inhibitors, centrally acting sympatholytic agents. (Phenylephrine label, Drug interactions)

  • PhenytoinanticonvulsantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • PioglitazonethiazolidinedioneModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Pioglitazone and glimepiridethiazolidinedioneModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Pioglitazone and metforminthiazolidinedioneModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • PiroxicamNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PonesimodimmunosuppressantModerate

    Experience with PONVORY is limited in patients receiving concurrent therapy with drugs that decrease heart rate (e.g., beta-blockers, non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers - diltiazem and verapamil, and other drugs that may decrease heart rate such as digoxin). (Ponesimod label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Posaconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Potassium chloridepotassium supplementModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Potassium citratepotassium supplementModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Concurrent use with potassium-containing medications, potassium-sparing diuretics and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors) may result in hyperkalemia and cardiac arrhythmias or cardiac arrest. (Potassium iodide label, Drug interactions)

  • Prazosinalpha blockerModerate

    Syncopal episodes have usually occurred within 30 to 90 minutes of the initial dose of the drug; occasionally, they have been reported in association with rapid dosage increases or the introduction of another antihypertensive drug into the regimen of a patient taking high doses of prazosin hydrochloride capsules. (Prazosin label, Warnings)

  • PregabalinanticonvulsantModerate

    In addition, patients who are taking other drugs associated with angioedema (e.g., angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors [ACE-inhibitors]) may be at increased risk of developing angioedema. (Pregabalin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • PrimidoneanticonvulsantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Propranololbeta blockerModerate

    The concomitant use of beta-adrenergic blockers and non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (e.g., verapamil and diltiazem), digoxin or clonidine increases the risk of significant bradycardia. (Propranolol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • QuetiapineantipsychoticModerate

    Quetiapine should be used with particular caution in patients with known cardiovascular disease (history of myocardial infarction or ischemic heart disease, heart failure, or conduction abnormalities), cerebrovascular disease, or conditions which would predispose patients to hypotension (dehydration, hypovolemia, and treatment with antihypertensive medications). (Quetiapine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • QuinaprilACE inhibitorModerate

    As with other ACE inhibitors, periodic monitoring of white blood cell counts in patients with collagen vascular disease and/or renal disease should be considered. (Quinapril label, Warnings)

  • Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RanolazineQT-prolonging drugModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • RepaglinidemeglitinideModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RifabutinantibioticModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • RifampinantibioticModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • RifapentineantibioticModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • RiociguatvasodilatorModerate

    Consider the potential for symptomatic hypotension or ischemia in patients with hypovolemia, severe left ventricular outflow obstruction, resting hypotension, autonomic dysfunction, or concomitant treatment with antihypertensives or strong CYP and P-gp/BCRP inhibitors [see Drug Interactions (7.2) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . (Riociguat label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RisperidoneantipsychoticModerate

    Clinically significant hypotension has been observed with concomitant use of oral RISPERDAL and antihypertensive medication. (Risperidone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • RitonavirantiretroviralModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • SalsalateNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SaxagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Saxagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • SemaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Sevofluranegeneral anestheticModerate

    Calcium antagonists Sevoflurane may lead to marked hypotension in patients treated with calcium antagonists. (Sevoflurane label, Drug interactions)

  • SildenafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate

    When amlodipine, 5 mg or 10 mg, and sildenafil 100 mg were orally administered concomitantly to hypertensive patients, mean additional blood pressure reductions of 8 mmHg systolic and 7 mmHg diastolic were noted [see Drug Interactions ( 7.3 ) and Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.2 ) ]. (Sildenafil label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Silodosinalpha blockerModerate

    However, patients in the Phase 3 clinical studies taking concomitant antihypertensive medications with silodosin capsules did not experience a significant increase in the incidence of syncope, dizziness, or orthostasis. (Silodosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SimvastatinstatinModerate

    Do not exceed doses greater than 20 mg daily of simvastatin (7.1) mTOR inhibitors: increased risk of angioedema ( 7.1 ) (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • SirolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

    Patients receiving coadministration of ACE inhibitor and mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin) inhibitor (e.g., temsirolimus, sirolimus, everolimus) therapy or a neprilysin inhibitor may be at increased risk for angioedema [see Drug Interactions (7)] . (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SitagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Sitagliptin and metforminDPP-4 inhibitorModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Sodium polystyrene sulfonatepotassium supplementModerate

    Risk factors for the development of hyperkalemia include renal insufficiency, diabetes mellitus, and the concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, and/or potassium-containing salt substitutes. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SorafenibModerate

    Consider temporary or permanent discontinuation for severe or persistent hypertension despite antihypertensive therapy. (Sorafenib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Spironolactonealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazidealdosterone antagonistModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • In the literature, three cases of hyperkalemia in elderly patients have been reported after concomitant intake of sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim and an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor. (Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim label, Drug interactions)

  • SulindacNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • SunitinibModerate

    Initiate and/or adjust antihypertensive therapy as appropriate. (Sunitinib label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Suvorexantsedative-hypnoticModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • SuzetrigineCYP3A4 inducerModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • TacrolimusimmunosuppressantModerate

    • Hypertension: May require antihypertensive therapy; monitor relevant drug interactions. (Tacrolimus label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TemsirolimusModerate

    Patients receiving coadministration of ACE inhibitor and mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin) inhibitor (e.g., temsirolimus, sirolimus, everolimus) therapy or a neprilysin inhibitor may be at increased risk for angioedema [see Drug Interactions (7)] . (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Terazosinalpha blockerModerate

    Risk of Hypotension with Concomitant Use of Other Antihypertensive Agents and Phospodiesterase Type 5 Inhibitors (PDE5-I): Concomitant administration of TEZRULY with antihypertensives or phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) inhibitors can result in additive blood pressure lowering effects and symptomatic hypotension (5.3). (Terazosin label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TestosteroneandrogenModerate

    In patients with hypertension on antihypertensive therapy, TLANDO increased the mean systolic/diastolic BP by 4.8/1.6 mm Hg from baseline. [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . (Testosterone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Ticagrelorantiplatelet agentModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Timololbeta blockerModerate

    Oral or intravenous calcium antagonists may cause atrioventricular conduction disturbances, left ventricular failure, and hypotension. (Timolol label, Drug interactions)

  • TirzepatideGLP-1 receptor agonistModerate

    Antidiabetic Agents: In rare cases, diabetic patients receiving an ACE inhibitor (including benazepril) concomitantly with insulin or oral antidiabetics may develop hypoglycemia. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • TolmetinNSAIDModerate

    Patients whose renal function may depend in part on the activity of the RAS (e.g., patients with renal artery stenosis, severe heart failure, post-myocardial infarction or volume depletion) or who are on Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) or ARBs may be at particular risk of developing acute renal failure on amlodipine and benazepril hydrochloride. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TolvaptanModerate

    Monitor serum potassium during concomitant therapy with ( 7.2 ): Angiotensin receptor blockers Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors Potassium sparing diuretics 7.1 CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers Strong CYP3A Inhibitors Tolvaptan's AUC was 5.4 times as large and C max was 3.5 times as large after co-administration of tolvaptan and 200 mg ketoconazole [see Warnings… (Tolvaptan label, Drug interactions)

  • TopiramateanticonvulsantModerate

    Blood pressure should be monitored when amlodipine is coadministered with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampicin, St. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Torsemideloop diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TrandolaprilACE inhibitorModerate

    Like other ACE inhibitors, trandolapril has only rarely been associated with symptomatic hypotension in uncomplicated hypertensive patients. (Trandolapril label, Warnings)

  • TrazodoneantidepressantModerate

    Concomitant use with an antihypertensive may require a reduction in the dose of the antihypertensive drug. (Trazodone label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Triamterenepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazidepotassium-sparing diureticModerate

    Symptomatic hypotension is most likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, severe aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or have been volume or salt depleted as a result of diuretic therapy, dietary salt restriction, dialysis, diarrhea, or vomiting. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • VardenafilPDE5 inhibitorModerate

    Vardenafil hydrochloride tablets can potentiate the hypotensive effects of nitrates, alpha- blockers, and antihypertensives. (Vardenafil label, Drug interactions)

  • VenlafaxineSNRIModerate

    Metoprolol: Possibly reduced blood-pressure lowering effect despite increased metoprolol plasma levels. (Venlafaxine label, Drug interactions)

  • Verapamilcalcium channel blockerModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • Voriconazoleazole antifungalModerate

    CYP3A4 Inhibitors : Coadministration with CYP3A inhibitors (moderate and strong) results in increased systemic exposure to amlodipine and may require dose reduction. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Drug interactions)

  • WarfarinanticoagulantModerate

    …propranolol, terbinafine, thiabendazole, ticlopidine, verapamil, zileuton montelukast, moricizine, omeprazole, phenobarbital, phenytoin, cigarette smoking CYP3A4 alprazolam, amiodarone, amlodipine, amprenavir, aprepitant, atorvastatin, atazanavir, bicalutamide, cilostazol, cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, clarithromycin, conivaptan, cyclosporine, darunavir/ritonavir, diltiazem,… (Warfarin label, Drug interactions)

  • ZiprasidoneantipsychoticModerate

    Ziprasidone should be used with particular caution in patients with known cardiovascular disease (history of myocardial infarction or ischemic heart disease, heart failure or conduction abnormalities), cerebrovascular disease, or conditions which would predispose patients to hypotension (dehydration, hypovolemia, and treatment with antihypertensive medications). (Ziprasidone label, Warnings and precautions)

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  • AdenosineantiarrhythmicMinor

    Effects of Adenosine on Other Drugs Adenosine injection has been given with other cardioactive drugs (such as beta adrenergic blocking agents, cardiac glycosides, and calcium channel blockers) without apparent adverse interactions, but its effectiveness with these agents has not been systematically evaluated. (Adenosine label, Drug interactions)

  • Articaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticMinor

    When involvement of the tongue, glottis, or larynx appears likely to cause airway obstruction, appropriate therapy, e.g., administer subcutaneous epinephrine injection 1:1000 (0.3 to 0.5 mL), promptly [see Adverse Reactions (6)]. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • AzathioprineimmunosuppressantMinor

    Use with Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors: The use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors to control hypertension in patients on azathioprine has been reported to induce anemia and severe leukopenia. (Azathioprine label, Drug interactions)

  • Bupivacaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticMinor

    When involvement of the tongue, glottis, or larynx appears likely to cause airway obstruction, appropriate therapy, e.g., administer subcutaneous epinephrine injection 1:1000 (0.3 to 0.5 mL), promptly [see Adverse Reactions (6)]. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ButorphanolopioidMinor

    In such cases, butorphanol should be discontinued and the hypertension treated with antihypertensive drugs. (Butorphanol label, Warnings)

  • ChlorpromazineantipsychoticMinor

    Chlorpromazine may counteract the antihypertensive effect of guanethidine and related compounds. (Chlorpromazine label, Warnings)

  • CidofovirantiviralMinor

    Drug Interactions Probenecid Probenecid is known to interact with the metabolism or renal tubular excretion of many drugs (e.g., acetaminophen, acyclovir, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, aminosalicylic acid, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, bumetanide, clofibrate, methotrexate, famotidine, furosemide, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, theophylline,… (Cidofovir label, Drug interactions)

  • Desfluranegeneral anestheticMinor

    …malignant hyperthermia in patients with known or suspected susceptibility based on genetic factors or family history, including those with certain inherited ryanodine receptor (RYR1) or dihydropyridine receptor (CACNA1S) variants. [see Contraindications (4), Clinical Pharmacology (12.5)] Signs consistent with malignant hyperthermia may include hyperthermia, hypoxia,… (Desflurane label, Warnings and precautions)

  • Desipraminetricyclic antidepressantMinor

    This drug is capable of blocking the antihypertensive effect of guanethidine and similarly acting compounds. (Desipramine label, Warnings)

  • Desogestrel and ethinyl estradioloral contraceptiveMinor

    If other contraceptive methods are not suitable, hormonal contraceptive therapy may continue combined with antihypertensive therapy. (Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol label, Warnings)

  • DextroamphetamineCNS stimulantMinor

    Antihypertensives Amphetamines may antagonize the hypotensive effects of antihypertensives. (Dextroamphetamine label, Drug interactions)

  • EnalaprilatACE inhibitorMinor

    Neutropenia/Agranulocytosis Another angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor, captopril, has been shown to cause agranulocytosis and bone marrow depression, rarely in uncomplicated patients but more frequently in patients with renal impairment especially if they also have a collagen vascular disease. (Enalaprilat label, Warnings)

  • EphedrinesympathomimeticMinor

    Examples: α-adrenergic antagonists, β-adrenergic receptor antagonists, reserpine, quinidine, mephentermine Other Drug Interactions G u anethidine C linical Impact: Ephedrine may inhibit the neuron blockage produced by guanethidine, resulting in loss of antihypertensive effectiveness. (Ephedrine label, Drug interactions)

  • Finasteride5-alpha reductase inhibitorMinor

    …studies with acetaminophen, acetylsalicylic acid, α-blockers, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, analgesics, anti-convulsants, beta-adrenergic blocking agents, diuretics, calcium channel blockers, cardiac nitrates, HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), benzodiazepines, H 2 antagonists and quinolone anti-infectives… (Finasteride label, Drug interactions)

  • FingolimodimmunosuppressantMinor

    Drugs That Slow Heart Rate or Atrioventricular Conduction (e.g., beta blockers or diltiazem) Experience with GILENYA in patients receiving concurrent therapy with drugs that slow the heart rate or AV conduction (e.g., beta blockers, digoxin, or heart rate-slowing calcium channel blockers, such as diltiazem or verapamil) is limited. (Fingolimod label, Drug interactions)

  • HydralazinevasodilatorMinor

    When other potent parenteral antihypertensive drugs, such as diazoxide, are used in combination with hydralazine, patients should be continuously observed for several hours for any excessive fall in blood pressure. (Hydralazine label, Drug interactions)

  • ACE Inhibitors FIRAZYR is a bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist and thereby has the potential to have a pharmacodynamic interaction with ACE inhibitors where FIRAZYR may attenuate the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors. (Icatibant label, Drug interactions)

  • Isradipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMinor

    In a study in hypertensive patients, addition of isradipine to existing hydrochlorothiazide therapy did not result in any unexpected adverse effects, and isradipine had an additional antihypertensive effect. (Isradipine label, Drug interactions)

  • Lidocaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticMinor

    When involvement of the tongue, glottis, or larynx appears likely to cause airway obstruction, appropriate therapy, e.g., administer subcutaneous epinephrine injection 1:1000 (0.3 to 0.5 mL), promptly [see Adverse Reactions (6)]. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MethyldopaantihypertensiveMinor

    Drug Interactions When methyldopa is used with other antihypertensive drugs, potentiation of antihypertensive effect may occur. (Methyldopa label, Drug interactions)

  • Metoprololbeta blockerMinor

    Because of its relative beta 1 cardio-selectivity, however, Metoprolol Tartrate Tablets may be used in patients with bronchospastic disease who do not respond to, or cannot tolerate, other antihypertensive treatment. (Metoprolol label, Warnings and precautions)

  • MexiletineantiarrhythmicMinor

    In a large compassionate use program mexiletine has been used concurrently with commonly employed antianginal, antihypertensive, and anticoagulant drugs without observed interactions. (Mexiletine label, Drug interactions)

  • Nisoldipinedihydropyridine calcium channel blockerMinor

    The blood pressure effect of SULAR tended to be greater in patients on atenolol than in patients on no other antihypertensive therapy. (Nisoldipine label, Drug interactions)

  • NitroprussidevasodilatorMinor

    Hypertensive patients, and patients concomitantly receiving other antihypertensive medications, may be more sensitive to the effects of sodium nitroprusside than normal subjects. (Nitroprusside label, Warnings)

  • Nortriptylinetricyclic antidepressantMinor

    The antihypertensive action of guanethidine and similar agents may be blocked. (Nortriptyline label, Warnings)

  • Pimecrolimuscalcineurin inhibitorMinor

    Some examples of such drugs are erythromycin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, fluconazole, calcium channel blockers and cimetidine. (Pimecrolimus label, Drug interactions)

  • Prilocaine and epinephrinelocal anestheticMinor

    When involvement of the tongue, glottis, or larynx appears likely to cause airway obstruction, appropriate therapy, e.g., administer subcutaneous epinephrine injection 1:1000 (0.3 to 0.5 mL), promptly [see Adverse Reactions (6)]. (Amlodipine and benazepril label, Warnings and precautions)

  • ProchlorperazineantipsychoticMinor

    Antihypertensive effects of guanethidine and related compounds may be counteracted when phenothiazines are used concomitantly. (Prochlorperazine label, Precautions)

  • Protriptylinetricyclic antidepressantMinor

    Protriptyline may block the antihypertensive effect of guanethidine or similarly acting compounds. (Protriptyline label, Warnings)

  • QuinidineantiarrhythmicMinor

    Interactions with other dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers have not been reported, but these agents (including felodipine, nicardipine, and nimodipine ) are all dependent upon P450 IIIA4 for metabolism, so similar interactions with quinidine should be anticipated. (Quinidine label, Drug interactions)

  • Succinylcholineneuromuscular blockerMinor

    QUELICIN can induce malignant hyperthermia in patients with known or suspected susceptibility based on genetic factors or family history, including those with certain inherited ryanodine receptor (RYR1) or dihydropyridine receptor (CACNA1S) variants. [see Contraindications (4) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.5) ] . (Succinylcholine label, Warnings and precautions)

  • TerbinafineantifungalMinor

    There is no information available from adequate drug-drug interaction studies with the following classes of drugs: oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapies, hypoglycemics, phenytoins, thiazide diuretics, and calcium channel blockers. (Terbinafine label, Drug interactions)

  • TrifluoperazineantipsychoticMinor

    Antihypertensive effects of guanethidine and related compounds may be counteracted when phenothiazines are used concurrently. (Trifluoperazine label, Precautions)

  • Zafirlukastleukotriene receptor antagonistMinor

    No other formal drug-drug interaction studies between zafirlukast and marketed drugs known to be metabolized by the P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) isoenzyme (e.g., dihydropyridine calcium-channel blockers, cyclosporin, cisapride) have been conducted. (Zafirlukast label, Precautions)

No significant interaction reported (1)

  • IbutilideantiarrhythmicNo interaction

    Calcium channel blocking agents: Coadministration of calcium channel blockers did not have any effect on either the safety or efficacy of ibutilide in the clinical trials. (Ibutilide label, Drug interactions)

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