People's Pharmacy

Monopril

Generic Name:fosinopril

Revised:4/1/2000

Table of Contents

Side Effects and Interactions

ACE inhibitors, including Monopril, can reduce kidney function, particularly in people who already have kidney problems. Regular monitoring for both kidney and liver is essential.

People on Monopril have experienced headache, dizziness, fatigue, a dry persistent cough not relieved by cough medicine, or nausea.

Other side effects reported include diarrhea, flatulence and heartburn.

In rare cases hemoglobin levels drop slightly. Report any symptoms to the physician promptly.

Monopril, like other ACE inhibitors, is not recommended during pregnancy. Notify the doctor if you suspect you have become pregnant and avoid the drug if you are nursing.

In general, it is important to avoid potassium supplements, including low-sodium salt substitutes, when taking a drug like Monopril.

Diuretics such as Dyazide, Aldactazide and Moduretic which preserve potassium can also cause dangerous elevations in potassium when taken with Monopril.

Other diuretics may also interact with Monopril. So might the psychiatric drug lithium or the heart drug Lanoxin.

Check with your doctor and pharmacist to make sure Monopril is safe in combination with any other drugs you take.