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Benazepril Compounded Oral
Compounded Benazepril
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Indications
Mechanism of Action
Prodrug converted to benazeprilat, which inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme. Reduces angiotensin II and aldosterone, lowering blood pressure and reducing proteinuria.
Side effects & warnings
Compounded for cats and small dogs. Monitor renal values and electrolytes. May cause hypotension. Stability of compounded formulations varies.
Species with Benazepril Compounded Oral dosing data (2 dose rules)
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
Evidence levels across 2 dose rules
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Backed by a published source
- · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Sample dosing (2 of 2 cited rules)
A dog/cat sample is shown here. Cited dosing for all 2 species — reptiles, birds, pocket pets, livestock, and equine — is free on the per-species pages above. Pro adds the weight-based calculator for every species.
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