Quinaretic

What Is Quinaretic Used For

Quinaretic is most commonly used help control high blood pressure. To accomplish that, Quinaretic contains a combination of Quinapril, an ACE inhibitor used to lower blood pressure, and Hydrochlorothiazide which is a diuretic. When you use Quinaretic you are lowering your chances of having damage to your heart, kidneys or other organs from having constant pressure to your blood vessels which Quinaretic helps to relax.

If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about Quinaretic.

How To Use Quinaretic

Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.

Quinaretic tablets should be taken orally with a glass of water. To prevent an upset stomach you may take with food. Remember, when taking Quinaretic or any prescription drug to always follow the label closely. Be sure to space your doses evenly and do not take more than directed.

Quinaretic should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.

Conflicting Medications With Quinaretic

Always consult the doctor who prescribed Quinaretic to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:
  • Aspirin
  • Allopurinol
  • Blood pressure medicines
  • Lithium
  • Hawthorn
  • Porfimer
  • Tetracycline
  • Water pills
  • Dofetilide
  • Aminolevulinic acid
  • Azathioprine
  • Methoxsalen
  • Antiinflammatory drugs such as Ibuprofen
  • Diabetic medications
  • Cholesterol lowering medications
  • Potassium salts or potassium supplements
It is very important to inform your healthcare prescriber of your medical history and the drugs that you are taking. For example, drugs that you are currently taking along with Quinaretic may interact with each other. Inform your healthcare prescriber if you fall into any one of the following categories below:
  • Are a smoker
  • Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
  • Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis

All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine Quinaretic and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.

Read more information on Quinaretic using the links under About Quinaretic