Amlodipine/Benazepril - can you have an allergic reaction to fillers in the capsule?

14 May 2011

Have you gone to the ER yet, if not, please do so asap! This reaction seems dangerous indeed.
Best wishes, and post again if you are able, let us know if you are OK!!

14 May 2011

Hey mfg,

The literature says the following concerning an allergic reaction:

These allergic reactions are rare but happen more times in people who are African-American.
•low blood pressure (hypotension): Low blood pressure is most likely to happen if you also take water pills, are on a low salt diet, get dialysis treatments, have heart problems, or get sick with vomiting or diarrhea. Lie down if you feel faint or dizzy.
•liver problems.
Call your doctor if:
•you have nausea
•you feel more tired or weaker than usual
•you have itching
•your skin or eyes look yellow
•you have pain in your upper right stomach
•you have flu-like symptoms

You need to contact the doctor or whomever is on call for the doctor right away. This is a rare but serious reaction to the medication.

Best wishes,

Laurie

15 May 2011

Yes, you can have an allergic reaction to capsule fillers.
You should avoid this generic version in future.